What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation Technician position at Conservation Legacy?
About the Role
The Conservation Technician position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of preserving natural areas and promoting environmental stewardship.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a member of our vegetation management crew, working to control invasive plants in various settings.
- Collaborate with the restoration team to propagate native seedlings and collect seeds, enhancing habitat restoration and biodiversity.
- Work closely with the biosecurity team to conduct inspections and monitor field sites, ensuring effective prevention and mitigation strategies.
- Participate in surveys to detect trees infected by Ceratocystis (Rapid Ohia Death).
- Contribute to data entry and spatial mapping efforts, maintaining accurate records of treatment and control work.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Ability to hike on remote and rugged terrain, carrying a 50-pound backpack and camping up to five nights in backcountry settings.
- Willingness to use chemical pesticides and herbicides while following safety guidelines.
- Effective communication skills, enabling collaboration with supervisors and coworkers.
- Pass a background check, including fingerprinting and AmeriCorps background checks.
- Age 18 or older and a US Citizen.
