Job Type Temporary
Salary Details 13.50/hr
Deadline Apr 10, 2020
Required Experience 0 – 1 years

Position Summary:

The Riparian Restoration Field Crew Member’s primary purpose is to complete field work for the 2020 field season. The position is highly physical, field-based position responsible for performing tasks that support riparian restoration projects throughout the Palouse Conservation District. Crew members will work Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day. Field season typically starts in early summer and continues into fall, as work is needed. Start and end dates are flexible but preferred start date is Monday, May 4th.

Crew members are supplied with personal protective equipment (PPE) and field appropriate gear, such as waders and rain gear. Upon hire, crew members must supply their own work boots and come dressed for the job.

​Position Details:

  • Vacancies: 3
  • FTE: Full Time (40 hours/week)
  • Compensation: Starting at $13.50/hour
  • Position Type: Temporary (non-benefits eligible)
  • Sick pay will be earned at the rate of 1 hour per 40 hours worked.

Primary duties include:

  • Implementing riparian restoration work under direction of the Field Crew Leader
  • Planting native trees and shrubs
  • Mechanical and chemical weed control, including mixing and spraying herbicides
  • Operating and maintaining hand tools and small engine machinery
  • Harvesting plant materials
  • Installing wood/post structures in streams
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

  • Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
  • Physically able to work on steep slopes and rough terrain.
  • Physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Physically able to plant for extended periods.
  • Ability to adapt and think independently in changing conditions.
  • Willingness to participate as part of team.
  • Must possess a positive work ethic.

Why work for the Palouse Conservation District

Work with a team of natural resource professionals focused on local grassroots conservation efforts.

Non-regulatory boots on the ground work; enjoy summer outside on the beautiful Palouse by putting conservation literally in the ground

Work on a variety of conservation projects on private land.

Gain valuable qualifications and job skills (e.g. first aid certification, streambank bioengineering, native and invasive plant ID).

HOW TO APPLYTo apply, please click the link here.

Please be prepared to submit a letter of interest and a resume by April 10, 2020. Applications that do not include both a letter of interest and resume will not be considered. Palouse Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about the Palouse Conservation District, visit https://www.palousecd.org/.