Conservation Worker

Posted	01/24/2018
County	Jackson
Location	Bellevue ,Iowa
Salary	$10.00 per hour
Deadline	03/06/2018

Description
EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION: This position requires the operation all types of equipment including:  trucks, tractors, mowing equipment, chain saw, weed eater, power tools, and all types of hand tools.  This position requires travel to all areas managed by the Conservation Department within the County.  The employee will be required to work in all types of environmental conditions, and be willing to do strenuous physical labor.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: -  Care and maintenance of areas under management of the Jackson County           Conservation Department.  This will include mowing, cleaning, equipment and facility repairs, painting, and other work as required.   -  Management of natural resources areas including, timber management, native    prairie care and management, and wildlife habitat improvement.   -  Trail construction and maintenance including mowing, tree pruning, bridge        repair, and brush control.   -  Maintenance and servicing of county equipment.   -  Performs other duties as directed by the Executive Director, Park Ranger, or       Operation Technician.   ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED -  Availability to work long hours in all types of weather conditions.   -  Ability to provide information to the public concerning the conservation             field or related topics. -  The ability to recognize and solve problems occurring during the performance of          duties.   REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES. -  Knowledge of Jackson County Conservation Board's policies, procedures, rules,           and regulations.   -  Basic knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques used in the park management field.   -  Knowledge of equipment and vehicle use, maintenance, and minor repairs.   -  Ability to self start and find work projects when not directed to do so.   -  Ability to express your ideas both verbally, and in writing.   -  Ability to understand and follow directions properly.   -  Ability to perform rigorous physical work.  Employee must be able to lift and    carry heavy objects weighing more than 80 pounds.