Natural Resource Tech
Back to Job List| Posted | 04/02/2026 |
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| County | Dickinson |
| Location | Milford, Iowa |
| Salary | $55,000 - $62,000 plus county benefits |
Description
DICKINSON COUNTY CONSERVATION POSITION NATURAL RESOURCES TECHNICIAN
Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and laborer related to grounds keeping, landscaping, forestry, and maintenance of buildings, facilities, equipment within the Natural Resource division; assists in implementation of natural resources management programs involving protection, restoration, enhancement and conservation of biological, water, and land resources for the Dickinson County Park system; performs other duties as required to maintain/enhance the appearance and quality of Dickinson County parks.
Illustrative Examples of Duties: Performs a variety of tasks in connection with the operation/maintenance of green infrastructure within the county park system including but not limited to tree maintenance, invasive specie removal, prairie planting, wetland restoration, grounds keeping and the use of prescribed fire. Prunes, removes dead and/or diseased trees and dangerous limbs using modern tree maintenance equipment; cuts and trims grass, trees and shrubs using hand and power tools; cuts/splits firewood.
Performs chemical applications of pesticides, weed killers, and fertilizers for control of noxious weeds, invasive species, insects diseases problems and broad-based weed control within DCCB areas; participates in the planting /maintenance of trees and shrubs, prairies, woodlands on county owned property. Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled jobs including the repair/maintenance of buildings, facilities, and equipment, operates equipment used in modern tree maintenance, invasive specie removal, prairie planting, and prescribe fire including lift trucks, boom trucks, chippers, chain saws, stumpers, sprayers, mowers, and tractors; performs routine preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as checking oil, transmission fluid, and general operating condition.
Participates in, the planning, coordination, scheduling, and performs the maintenance, repair, and care of park grounds, buildings, and equipment including mowed and non-mowed areas; assures that grounds are safe/well maintained. Monitors/evaluates ground/premises to identify maintenance projects/safety hazards; takes immediate action in reporting/correcting any possible hazards.
Prepares/maintains records/reports including preventative maintenance records, daily work order activity, spray records and equipment/supply inventories. Maintains clean, organized, safe working conditions in shops, break-rooms, offices, and all associated work sites; maintains cleanliness of park grounds; hauls refuse. Performs related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the techniques and methods used in modern tree maintenance, care and removal, wildlife management, wetland/prairie restoration and re-vegetation, and invasive specie removal.Knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools and materials used in the landscape construction trades.Knowledge in the care and planting of nursery stock.Knowledge of principles of natural science as related to natural resources management.Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to park maintenance and natural resource management.Knowledge in the operation of equipment used tree maintenance, invasive specie removal, prairie planting, wetland restoration, landscaping, and prescribed fire, i.e. lift truck, boom truck, chipper, stumper, sprayers, forestry mowers & shears, tractors, skid steers, mowers.Knowledge of the hazards present and safety precautions necessary in building, grounds maintenance and forestry work.Basic keyboarding skills.Ability to recognize tree hazards.Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Ability to plan/layout in proper sequence the tasks required to complete a work project.Ability to provide guidance, direction, and instructions to seasonal workers/volunteers.Ability to respond to emergency situations.Ability to lift and carry materials and tools weighing up to 60 lbs and physically transport across rough uneven terrain to remote sites up to ¼ mile from walks/roads.Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays, or other irregular hours.Ability to perform heavy and varied manual tasks under any type of weather conditions.Ability to stoop, bend, twist, squat, kneel, push, pull, and reach. Ability to maintain accurate records and resource program data.Ability to operate personal computer.Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, representatives of other organizations, volunteers, and the general public.Ability to work effectively in a Team environment.
Special Requirement: · A criminal background check is required. Must be able to obtain/maintain Certified Pesticide Applicators, in one or more of the following Categories 1A, 2, 3OT, 5, 6. Must be able to obtain S-130 and S-190.
Qualifications
• Bachelors degree in natural resource management, biological sciences, botany, wildlife management, environmental science, forestry, landscaping or related field, or • Associate of Arts degree in natural resource management, biological sciences, b
To Apply
Send a completed Dickinson County Application (found at the link provided below), cover letter, and resume by e-mail to Lee Sorenson at lsorenson@dickinsoncountyiowa.gov
More Information
http://dickinsoncountyconservationboard.com/employment-application/
