What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Technician position at Caldwell County Soil and Water Conservation...?
Are you conservation minded and interested in improving soil health and water quality? If so, this is the job for you. You will be assisting landowners with the implementation of state cost-share programs such as designing terrace systems, waterways, ponds, spring developments, cover crops and more.
The Caldwell County Soil & Water Conservation District is accepting applications for a District Technician. This position is full time day shift Monday-Friday. Within your first 30 days of employment, you are eligible for 100% paid employee health, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan of choice is fully paid. Starting hourly wage is $16.83 with advancement opportunities. These advancements are based on a progression line, along with required testing milestones.
Job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: surveying/staking in the field and designing the cost-share practice in the office; perform check-out of practice following policy and specifications; meet with landowners and contractors for pre-construction conferences; help manage and maintain rental equipment and general office duties.
The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and to travel over rough terrain is required. The applicant must have good communication skills, basic computer skills, possess the ability to work under high workloads at peak times and be able to adapt to day-to-day changes. Basic farm knowledge/experience or the ability to use surveying instruments is helpful but not required.
High school diploma or GED required and valid driver’s license. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a USDA background check.
Applications may be picked up at the Caldwell County SWCD office, 23 W Main, Kingston, MO 64650. You may also contact Caldwell County SWCD at 816-586-2061 x3 or email kerstin.gant@swcd.mo.gov to request an application.
Caldwell County SWCD and USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
To be considered you must fill out an application
and include a resume (required) and cover letter (optional).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.83 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
Physical Setting:
- Office
- Outdoor work
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17