Natural Resources Technician

Job Summary

You will assist SMSC Land Department with maintaining, reconstructing and restoring and sampling aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This includes performing manual labor necessary to develop and maintain natural areas and water resources as well as any tasks requested by management. 

Primary Duties

• Will perform duties within the natural resources or water resources track listed below based on current needs of the department.
• Employee may have the opportunity to cross between tracks as needed.   

Natural Resources Track:     

• Collects vegetation and wildlife data. 
• Assist with habitat restoration and management projects under the direction of supervisory staff. 
• Help manage natural areas using farm tractors, implements, chain saws, brush saws, hand tools and herbicide applications as advised by supervisory staff.
• Make minor repairs and report major repairs to supervisory staff when necessary.
• Serve as a wildland firefighter (FFT2) to assist with the implementation of prescribed fire operations.       

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associates in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources Management, or related field. 
• One year of experience using farm machinery, small engines, chain saws, brush saws, UTVs and trailers preferred. 
• Qualified as NWCG Firefighter Type 2 (S-130/190) or ability to obtain qualification within three months of hire. 
• Current valid Minnesota Pesticide Applicator license (categories A & J) or ability to obtain one within three months of hire.   
• Willingness to work with herbicides.     
• Additional Requirements include:     
• Three months of experience using GPS and GIS (ArcMap, ArcPro, ArcCollector, Survey 123) preferred. 
• Ability to work as a team member or independently with a positive attitude. 
• Strong verbal and written communication. 
• Valid class D driver’s license required with a good driving record.