CONSERVATION AIDE
Description:
Seasonal, park maintenance position under the supervision of the Director and other SCCB staff. Assists with maintenance and development of county parks, wildlife areas and trails. Duties include maintenance on facilities and grounds, roads, trails, signs, fences, etc. such as mowing, trimming, painting, pruning, and general upkeep on facilities, equipment and grounds. Assist Naturalist with environmental education programming and events. Some weekend and holiday work is required.
Qualifications:
Applicants should ideally be pursuing a career in natural resources, but not required, and have a sincere interest in conservation. Must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license and possess skills and abilities required for the position. Experience operating tractors, mowers, skid loaders and other power equipment is preferred.
Requirements:
Ability to use heavy equipment, hand and power tools, and work in adverse weather conditions. Perform strenuous physical tasks including lifting and bending and able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. The ability to follow written and oral instructions and interact positively with the general public. Sac County Conservation Board reserves the right to refuse any or all applications.
Salary and work dates:
$10.00 per hour, DOQ and experience, approximately 40 hours per week. Must be 18 years of age. Some uniform provided. Position begins May and runs through August, starting and ending dates flexible.
To apply:
Please send resume’ and cover letter and/or job application to Chris Bass, Director, Sac County Conservation Board, 2970 280th Street, Sac City, IA 50583. For more information call: 712-662-4530 or email sccbdir@gmail.com .
Deadline:
Open until filled
Description:
Seasonal, park maintenance position under the supervision of the Director and other SCCB staff. Assists with maintenance and development of county parks, wildlife areas and trails. Duties include maintenance on facilities and grounds, roads, trails, signs, fences, etc. such as mowing, trimming, painting, pruning, and general upkeep on facilities, equipment and grounds. Assist Naturalist with environmental education programming and events. Some weekend and holiday work is required.
Qualifications:
Applicants should ideally be pursuing a career in natural resources, but not required, and have a sincere interest in conservation. Must possess a valid Iowa driver’s license and possess skills and abilities required for the position. Experience operating tractors, mowers, skid loaders and other power equipment is preferred.
Requirements:
Ability to use heavy equipment, hand and power tools, and work in adverse weather conditions. Perform strenuous physical tasks including lifting and bending and able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. The ability to follow written and oral instructions and interact positively with the general public. Sac County Conservation Board reserves the right to refuse any or all applications.
Salary and work dates:
$10.00 per hour, DOQ and experience, approximately 40 hours per week. Must be 18 years of age. Some uniform provided. Position begins May and runs through August, starting and ending dates flexible.
To apply:
Please send resume’ and cover letter and/or job application to Chris Bass, Director, Sac County Conservation Board, 2970 280th Street, Sac City, IA 50583. For more information call: 712-662-4530 or email sccbdir@gmail.com .
Deadline:
Open until filled