Natural Resource Aide
Story County•Colo, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
The position offers opportunities to Story County in implementing its natural resource program. Major emphasis is on native vegetation management, reconstruction, and restoration in prairie remnants, and other natural areas. Assigned tasks will utilize the latest trends in natural resource and vegetation management. Opportunities exist to interact with private landowners and other conservation departments as well as attend workshops and seminars.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Current, valid driver's license
- Ability to obtain a pesticide applicator's certificate within the first month of employment
- Provide own transportation to Hickory Grove Park and occasionally to work sites
- Purchase and wear OSHA approved safety-toed puncture resistant footwear
- Undergo a post-offer pre-employment driving record, background check, and drug screen
Nice To Haves
- Skills to understand and recognize Iowa's native flora and fauna
Responsibilities
- Plant native vegetation
- Conduct prescribed burns
- Control brush and invasive species
- Mow
- Apply herbicide
- Harvest prairie seed
- Use chainsaws
- Maintain tools, equipment, and facilities
- Perform general maintenance
- Maintain working relationships with the public and other employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
