What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Technician-Seeds of Success position at EcoPoint, inc.?
Title: Environmental Technician (Seasonal)
Location: Multiple Locations: Utah, Nevada, Colorado, Arizona, Wyoming, New Mexico
Salary: $18-23/hr
Job Type: Full-time Seasonal
Travel Component: up to 100%
Position Overview:
Working under the direction of the Senior Environmental Technician, conduct field scouting
research, data collection, and seed collecting activities. These efforts are contracted to
EcoPoint, Inc. to support the BLM’s Seeds of Success (SOS) Program. SOS is a program
coordinated by the BLM to support seed collections from native plant populations to conserve
and develop native plant materials for stabilizing, rehabilitating and restoring lands in the United
States. Duties include assisting in the field to scout populations, collect seed, conduct surveys,
collect and process plant specimens, plant identification, data collection, preparation of field
forms and reports, data entry and labeling of field collections, seed processing, seed testing,
and preparation of seeds for storage.
Required Qualifications/Experience
- Coursework towards a degree in the biological sciences required; Bachelor of Science in
botany, biology, or equivalent environmental science preferred.
- Ability to work successfully with others, and work independently with minimal
supervision is critical.
- Strong writing and verbal skills, the ability to type, and computer skills (word processing,
databases, and simple graphics) are essential.
- Ability to use GIS/GPS equipment and read/navigate with topographic maps.
- Familiar with plant taxonomy, including formal class and fieldwork in plant taxonomy and
plant identification of western US species
- Ability to collect data electronically using a smart phone (provided)
- Demonstrated ability to work independent of supervision
- Excellent time management, record keeping, administrative, and communication skills
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher with an emphasis in botany, forestry, ecology or related field
- Experience navigating off-road terrain in remote areas using 4x4 equipment
(844) 832-3547
211 W. 5
th St. www.ecopoint-inc.com
Rifle Colorado, 81650 info@ecopoint-inc.com
Physical demands
- Ability to conduct fieldwork under a variety of environmental conditions (heat, cold,
rain, wind etc.) is required.
- Must have physical strength and endurance sufficient to carry field equipment and
supplies and hike over steep, and rugged terrain. Work may include bending and
squatting on uneven terrain for extended periods of time.
Other Conditions
- Ability and willingness to camp in primitive, backcountry conditions.
- Willingness to participate in overnight, multi-day trips.
www.ecopoint-inc.com
Rifle Colorado, 81650
info@ecopoint-inc.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Overtime pay
- Performance bonus
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18 - $23
