Field Technician

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⚔️ Virginia – Remote

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APSU

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1 - 1 employees

💼 Consulting

📚 Education

🏛️ Government

💰 $11.2M Venture Round - APSU on 2014-10

Consulting • Education • Government

APSU is Austin Peay State University, a public higher-education institution in Clarksville, Tennessee, offering associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs across arts, sciences, business, education, and health fields. It provides on-campus and online degree options, supports regional workforce and economic development through targeted programs, and emphasizes a small-campus community feel with broad university resources and campus life services for students, alumni, and the local community.

📋 Description

• Implement grassland restoration and reconstruction projects in national parks across the Eastern US, including invasive species management, treating woody encroachment, site preparation, and planting restoration seed mixes • Plan daily fieldwork activities with the Lead Field Technician • Communicate project updates and needs with the Lead Field Technician • Assist in gathering written, photographic, and GIS data for each project location • Assist in writing and editing management plans for project locations • Read relevant materials and protocols • Participate in regular team meetings and SGI staff meetings

🎯 Requirements

• Knowledge of grassland plant species and community types of the Southeastern and/or Mid-Atlantic United States • Knowledge of grassland restoration and reconstruction practices • Knowledge of invasive species management • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to challenges • Ability to work as part of a team • Ability to work a non-standard schedule, including 8 days on followed by 6 days off, beginning work at 5 am, or occasionally working late hours • Must have a valid driver’s license and experience driving a wide variety of vehicles and ATVs, including 4WD • Must be able to hike over rugged terrain in varied landscapes • Willingness and ability to work in harsh, changing environmental conditions, including hot temperatures, buggy conditions, and rain • Must be able to lift 50 pounds • Experience in grassland restoration and/or land management strongly preferred • Good attitude and willingness to learn • Excellent organizational and task-management skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide variety of people • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion throughout all aspects of the program • Flexibility with travel and work schedules • Provide three references in resume materials

🏖️ Benefits

• Overnight stays and travel expenses covered by grant funds