What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nature Reserve Technician position at Forest Park Forever Inc?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Nature Reserve Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of land habitat management duties in support of the Forest Park Forever’s Nature Reserve Staff, including maintaining natural communities and resources, maintaining equipment, monitoring natural systems, and assisting with the guidance of interns and volunteers.
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
- Participate in habitat restoration, physical and chemical invasive species control and vegetation management.
- Collect, plant and maintain planted native species.
- Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of trails and other park areas.
- Perform landscape maintenance, tree hazard mitigation and general maintenance tasks to ensure the safety and accessibility of hiking trails, public park areas and facilities.
- Guide seasonal and volunteer staff to accomplish maintenance goals.
- Remove trash and debris from landscape areas.
- Operate equipment, vehicles, power tools, and hand tools in a safe and effective manner.
- Provide support for Forest Park Forever special events.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of an associate’s degree or two (2) years of work experience in biology, ecology, wildlife, natural resources, or related field.
- Working knowledge of Missouri flora and fauna, as well as natural community and habitat management practices desired.
- Working knowledge of tools, materials, and practices of grounds maintenance.
- Scheduling flexibility that occasionally allows working weekends and evenings.
- Experience collecting GIS data using ArcGIS software.
License(s) Required:
- Valid driver’s license.
- Missouri Pesticide Applicator’s license or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Chainsaw certification a plus.
Physical Work Requirements / Work Conditions:
- Constantly required to exert physical effort over extended periods of time in extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions.
- Ability to traverse the park over uneven terrain.
- Constantly operates and inspects mechanical equipment.
- Ability to hear, understand, and follow oral and written instructions over radio, telephone, and in-person.
- Frequently moves equipment and materials weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and carry for a reasonable distance and occasionally lift and/or move more than eighty (80) pounds.