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Salary- $16.97 – DOE

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Restoration Technician will work with a team in the maintenance and restoration of prairie and
forest habitats in the South Salish Sea region of Washington, with a focus on Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
Field season priorities are being refined at the time of this announcement, as are the number of
positions being hired. Technician positions are expected to be involved in supporting a number of
restoration projects. Possible projects areas include: upland and/or aquatic invasive weed control;
silvicultural treatments and forest invasive weed control; prescribed fire operations, burn unit
preparation and post-burn follow up work; and prairie habitat restoration. Some positions will primarily
focus on prescribed fire, while other positions will focus on non-prescribed fire restoration activities.
Applicant interest, skillset and position availability will determine specific position assignment and focus
areas. All positions will entail strenuous physical activity and operation of heavy equipment. The
Restoration Technician is a full-time, seasonal, non-exempt position supervised by the Joint Base Lewis-
McChord Program Manager.

This position requires a sound work ethic, interpersonal skills, and positive attitude during long field
days. Development of positive and effective relationships with volunteers and partners is critical. The
Technician must also be able to work independently, completing substantial tasks without direct
supervision or through the supervision of conservation partners, including federal and state agency
personnel, such as the WA Dept. of Natural Resources, WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife, and Joint Base
Lewis-McChord Fish and Wildlife and Forestry staff. The South Sound Program is science-based and the
Technician will be required to document and appropriately file all data pertinent to the operations on a
regular basis.

The Technician is expected to be an integral member of our team. The Technician will become a staff
information source on the effective and efficient implementation of restoration actions. The Technician
will need to be able to communicate effectively with partners, volunteers and the public concerning
specific work and the work of the South Sound Program.