Fence Crew (Driver's License Required)

Tohono O'odham Nation•Sells, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Fence Crew performs routine, labor-intensive manual work to maintain the Tohono O'odham Nation's boundary fence, including maintenance tasks and light carpentry. The position requires knowledge of and sensitivity to Sonoran Desert plants, the environment, and animals, and may involve extended shifts. Work is generally checked upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in progress, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established standards. Major tasks are covered by instructions or procedures, and unusual situations are referred to a supervisor. The role involves maintaining and repairing the Nation's boundary fence line; determining fence placement; positioning and aligning posts; measuring and marking postholes; digging holes; stretching and attaching fencing materials; maintaining supplies and equipment; loading and unloading materials; safely using tools and equipment; and mixing and pouring posthole concrete. The employee may camp overnight at an identified safe location and may travel within the interior and exterior boundaries of the Nation. Applicants must have at least one month of fence construction or repair experience and be at least 18 years old. A criminal background check, including a 39-month motor vehicle record, is required upon recommendation for hire. The position may require a valid Arizona driver's license, with no DUIs or major traffic citations within the previous three years, and meeting tribal employer insurance requirements to receive a permit to operate program vehicles. Depending on department needs, fluency in both Tohono O'odham and English may be required as a condition of employment.

Requirements

At least one month of work experience in fence construction or repair.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Knowledge of applicable tribal laws, regulations, and requirements.
Knowledge of writing, spelling, basic math, safety requirements and practices, and various hand and electrical tools.
Skill in outdoor manual work and providing superior customer service to internal and external customers.
Ability to understand and follow verbal or written instructions.
Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules.
Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Ability to communicate verbally efficiently and effectively.
Ability to work independently, organize multiple tasks to meet deadlines, and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to travel within the interior and exterior boundaries of the Tohono O'odham Nation.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Upon recommendation for hire, pass a criminal background check, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record review.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license, with no DUIs or major traffic citations within the past three years.
If required to operate program vehicles, meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements for a driver's permit.
Must disclose health issues that may affect work performance and required medical attention.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on the Nation's boundary fence line.
Establish and gather information needed to ensure proper placement of the fence line.
Align posts using lines or sighting and verify their vertical alignment.
Measure, lay out, and mark posthole positions according to instructions, drawings, or specifications.
Dig postholes using spades, posthole diggers, or power-driven augers.
Stretch wire, wire mesh, or chain-link fencing between posts and attach it to fencing frames.
Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment.
Load and unload delivered fence materials and other materials.
Operate electrical-powered manual tools and other equipment safely and properly.
Report tasks beyond the employee's capability or scope to the Supervisor.
Mix and pour posthole cement concrete.
Perform other assigned job-related duties and contribute to a team effort.
Travel within the interior and exterior boundaries of the Tohono O'odham Nation as needed.