Job Type: Temporary
Salary Details: 16.50 per hour
Deadline: Jun 30, 2021
See full job details and application details at https://environment.uw.edu/career-opportunities/habitat-restoration-technician-2/
Sound Salmon Solutions (SSS) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that was founded in 1990. SSS serves as the Regional Fisheries Enhancement Group (RFEG) for the Stillaguamish, Snohomish, and Island County watersheds in Washington State. We nurture the relationships between people and our wild spaces to support salmon recovery through interactive education, hands-on stewardship, and state-of-the-art habitat restoration.
COMPENSATION: $16.50/hour + paid time off, employer paid medical benefit options, 3% employer retirement match, and professional development stipend
LOCATION: Office located in Mukilteo with daily work throughout our RFEG area
HOURS: 40 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 7 AM – 5:30 PM with occasional weekend work
POSITION SUMMARY: Implement field-based riparian restoration efforts independently, as a team, and under the supervision of the Habitat Program Manager, Habitat Specialist, and any project partners to improve water and habitat quality and quantity. Primary tasks between July and December include controlling invasive vegetation and installing native plants. Additional job tasks are listed below. For more information about Sound Salmon Solutions and the work that we do visit us at www.soundsalmonsolutions.org and www.facebook.com/soundsalmonsolutions
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in environmental field work, including invasive weed management
- Ability to identify PNW native and non-native vegetation
- Commitment and cooperation to work with team members
- Strong situational awareness, leadership, attention to detail, and sense of humor
- Experience operating tools and power equipment
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 40lbs
- Ability to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles and tow trailers
- Valid Driver’s License and Insurance
- WSDA pesticide license holder highly desired
HOW TO APPLY
Send resume, cover letter, and three professional references with “Your Name – Habitat Technician” as the subject line via e-mail to jobs@soundsalmonsolutions.org. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2021 or until position is filled, whichever comes first. Please no phone calls or office visits regarding the position opening.
Sound Salmon Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.