Conservation Technician II

Summary Statement

Detail-oriented Conservation Technician II with a proven track record in preserving natural resources and implementing sustainable practices. Proficient in conducting field surveys, data analysis, and executing conservation plans. Skilled in utilizing specialized equipment and techniques to ensure the protection and enhancement of ecosystems. Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills, committed to promoting environmental stewardship and fostering community engagement. This position is required to work overtime as needed, and during storm events and other emergency events on short notice, and in some cases, no advance notice.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices in support of the management of the state's natural resources which includes such activities as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns and crops to include turf/grounds management, pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, assessment of soil composition and environmental conditions.
Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, grounds maintenance and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.
Operates marine, land-based and construction equipment and vehicles.
Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles.
Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding agency initiatives/programs.
Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public.
Completes standard forms/applications; maintains records and reports detailing daily activity, tool and equipment inventory, fuel and service logs and related activities.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Six months experience in operating and maintaining motor vehicles, landscaping and groundskeeping equipment and hand tools. Six months experience in plant life, horticulture or arboriculture such as plant growth, pest or disease control, groundskeeping or landscaping. Knowledge of prioritizing, assigning and reviewing the work of others. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

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