Restoration Ecology Technician

Position: Restoration Ecology Technician- Hourly
Restoration Ecology Technician
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* Position Title:

** Restoration Ecology Technician
- Hourly
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* Job Description:

** The Restoration Ecology Technician is focused on advancing Salt Lake City’s ecological goals by working closely with internal teams to help rebuild native ecosystems. This position will primarily be assisting with the implementation, monitoring and management of restoration projects. This work will involve collaborating with other team members to address vegetation and invasive species management, seed collection, various greenhouse and seed production tasks, vegetation mapping, report writing and other office work.

Ideal candidates should have a background in ecology, botany, or natural resource management and experience working with native plants.

DUTIES:
* Ecological restoration through invasive plant management and revegetation efforts  + Restoration project site preparation including: vegetation management, laying tarps and weed fabric, plant transportation, and native plant site arrangement  + Native species planting  + Vegetation management and control of  invasive species, including  hand pulling, solarization, and the use of herbicides and power equipment such as mowers, line trimmers, brush cutters, and chainsaws  + Identification of native and non-native plant species
* General maintenance of trails and nature parks  + Maintenance of natural surface trails and trail amenities including use of hand and power tools and mechanized equipment  + Litter cleanup  + Installation and maintenance of fencing and signage  + Pruning vegetation and clearing debris from trail and park amenities  + Weeding and managing invasive species  + Maintenance tasks associated with trails and park safety
* Basic irrigation repair including replacing spray heads and fixing leaks
* Hand watering trees and native plants
* Light equipment operation
* Interface with the public, including providing support to volunteer projects, stewardship events, and engaging with park visitors
* On the job training and professional development
* Various other tasks in support of Salt Lake City’s system of public lands and trails
* Communicate and continually updates co-workers and supervisor of progress and problems
* Follow and prioritize safety requirements and hazard/risk assessment of themselves and the team, utilizing provided personal protective equipment (PPE).
* Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Demonstrated knowledge and skills in plant identification, restoration, farming, forestry, hydrology or ecology or a strong desire and aptitude to develop these skills
* Practical outdoor work experience
* Valid Driver’s License and ability to safely drive large pickup trucks
* Basic experience and knowledge of natural resource management practices and procedures
* Demonstrated ability to operate hand tools and light equipment
* Demonstrated ability to work in adverse conditions including rain, high or low temperatures, insects, and difficult terrain and to work full days outdoors without regular access to amenities
* Demonstrated ability to stay on task, especially when work is tedious and repetitive
* Demonstrated ability to handle unexpected changes in plans with flexibility, patience, and creative problem solving
* Must be 16 years of age or older

DESIRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor’s degree or six months of field experience in natural resources, natural sciences, landscaping, trails, environmental education, or other outdoor industries
* Demonstrated ability to carry a heavy pack and hike up to six miles in variable mountainous terrain
* Effective at leading and motivating small groups
* Excellent observation and communication skills (written and verbal)
* Detail-oriented and focused on accuracy and quality control
* Ability to haul and backup trailer with hand signal assistance

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Work is primarily outdoors under a variety of weather and environmental conditions and may involve hiking to reach the job site. Work locations include…