What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Soil Technician position at Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants?
Are you looking to earn a little money and gain work experience this summer while enjoying time outdoors? Grouse Mountain is looking for you! We are seeking Seasonal Soil Technicians to join our teams in completing rangeland assessments across Wyoming. Applicants should have experience digging soil pits, identifying soil horizons, and field texturing. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in soil identification and the ability to identify the correct Ecological Site Description (ESD) for the rangeland site. The paid position will start in May and continue into early September (dates flexible). We are also able to work with you and your professors so that you can earn course credits for this internship. Hired interns will be provided housing stipend.
Overview of Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Travel and sample rangeland sites throughout the state of Wyoming
· Navigate to rangeland sites using a GPS and a 4-wheel vehicle to collect accurate field data using a Microsoft tablet
· Read maps and use Trimble GPS to find remote locations
· Dig soil pits and identify soil horizons
· Classify texture and color soils
· Identify Ecological Site Description (ESD) based on collected vegetation and soil data
Qualifications
· 15 semester hours of education from an accredited university in subjects such as soil genesis, pedology, soil chemistry, soil physics, and soil fertility or
any of the 4 certifications from the Soil Science Society of America
· Experience classifying soil composition and texture
· Ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis
· Ability to hike difficult terrain in variable weather conditions
· Skilled in operating UTVs
· Willingness to travel and camp overnight across Wyoming
· Previous AIM training a plus, but not required
About Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants….
Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants is an independently owned and multi-disciplinary natural resource consulting firm whose comprehensive blend of disciplines and years of experience allow us to provide solutions to unique and contemporary issues. We are a dedicated team that thrives on providing timely solutions and building trusting relationships. Our culture is built on our shared core values – Trust, Teamwork, Drive, and Professionalism.
Grouse Mountain is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Grouse Mountain has an established Substance Abuse Policy that includes pre-employment testing.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20
