NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago
Conservation Laborer - Natural Resources on-call
IA 50109, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $19/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Conservation Laborer to assist the Polk County Conservation Board in maintaining county conservation lands and facilities. The role involves performing various semi-skilled maintenance and laborer duties under the supervision of full-time staff.
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Responsibilities
Assists full-time staff with a variety of manual labor tasks required to maintain a county park system
Assists in the application of chemicals; assists with prescribing fire, invasive species control, prairie seed harvest and processing, and timber stand improvement duties
Participates in the care of trees, shrubs, and other plants. Clears brush, and removes invasive species
Assists with minor equipment repair and maintenance
Maintains and operates equipment such as hand tools, power tools, pick-ups, sprayers, tractors, utility vehicles, gators, mowers, and pressure washers
Assists in the maintenance of trails
Completes forms as necessary
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
General knowledge of the techniques and methods used in tree maintenance, care and removal
Knowledge in the care and planting of nursery stock
Knowledge and use of hand and power tools in performing manual labor tasks
Skill in the safe use and maintenance of outdoor power equipment (mowers, trimmers, sprayers, chainsaws, brush cutters, etc.)
Ability to perform manual labor tasks in all types of weather conditions
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with other County employees and the general public using courtesy, patience, and tact
Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces
Ability to back equipment with a trailer attached
Must be 18 years of age or older
Graduation from high school or equivalent
A criminal background check is required
A valid State of Iowa driver's license is required
Candidate must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and physical capacity testing to ensure the candidate meets the essential physical requirements of the position
A drug screen is required
CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required within six months
Preferred
Knowledge in the mixing and application of herbicides
Knowledge of the principles of prescribed fire
Knowledge of the principles of native prairie, woodland, and wetland management
Experience with operation of outdoor power equipment such as chainsaws, sprayers, brush cutters, and blowers is preferred
Pesticide Applicator's License per Iowa Code Section 206.6 is preferred
A valid State of Iowa Class A commercial driver's license is required within twelve months of hire
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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