Conservation Technician
Duties:
You will assist professional staff in a variety of projects to include GIS mapping, herbicide application for noxious weeds, and other treatments of noxious weeds within Carson Valley Conservation District boundaries. River Restoration using bio-engineering techniques to stabilize riverbanks and reseeding of disturbed sites.
To Qualify:
Education and Experience:
Experience in the treatment of noxious or invasive weeds and GIS mapping is a plus.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
Landscaping and erosion control experience a plus but is not required
Special Requirements:
1. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting may be required.
2. A state of Nevada/FBI background check may be required of the selected applicant
3. Proof of a current state of Nevada driver’s license with a safe driving record.
4. To be eligible the applicant must be 18 years of age
Additional experience that may be beneficial, but is not required:
1. Weed mapping experience
2. GPS/GIS experience
3. Landscaping or erosion control experience
4. Equipment operating experience
5. Herbicide application experience/certification
Job Location:
1. The job will be located in Minden & Gardnerville, Nevada.
2. This is a full-time seasonal position currently funded for a 12 month term with the potential of additional time, depending upon future funding. Hours per week up to 40.
Hours and Wages:
The Conservation Technician will have a starting salary of $13-$18 per hour, depending on experience of the applicant. This position is a seasonal full-time (up to 40 hours per week) for a 12 month period beginning on February 1, 2021 with a possible extension.
If you are interested, please send your cover letter and resume to Carson Valley Conservation District at 1702 County Rd., Ste. A Minden, Nevada 89423. If you have any questions, you may call the District office at (775) 782-3661. Ext.3830
