Roadside Vegatation Management Intern
Posted
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07/14/2019
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County
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Cerro Gordo
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Location
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Mason City ,Iowa
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Salary
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$11.00/hr. with no benefits
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Deadline
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08/07/2020
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Description
POSITION:
A seasonal roadside vegetation management internship with the Cerro
Gordo County Conservation Board, Mason City, Iowa.
EMPLOYMENT PERIOD:
Approximately August
24 to December 21, 2020. Limited to
40hrs/week, Mon - Fri.
Limited to 40hrs/week, Mon - Fri.
SALARY: $11.00/hr. with no benefits.
DESCRIPTION:
Intern will assist the Roadside Vegetation Manager and Natural Resource
Biologists with all aspects of managing roadside vegetation. This will include but is not limited to;
management of noxious weeds, controlled burns, managing roadside trees and
brush, ROW vegetation planting, native seed harvesting, maintenance of existing
plantings and routine maintenance of all agency equipment. Intern may also assist with other agency
projects.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Either be enrolled in or have a degree in one of the following fields:
natural resource management, wildlife biology, forestry, biology, or a related
field of study. Relevant experience may
be considered in place of education.
REQUIREMENTS:
The ability to effectively apply knowledge and common sense to solve
problems and/or achieve work objectives.
Knowledge of grassland management and native grassland plant identification. Ability to routinely stand, walk, sit, kneel,
stoop, balance, climb, and operate power/hand tools; ability to work outdoors
in extreme weather conditions and be exposed to dust, fumes, and loud noises;
ability to occasionally lift 50lbs.; ability to follow written and oral
instructions; possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable
driving record; knowledge of tractor, truck, and small engine powered equipment
operation and maintenance. Cerro Gordo County is a pre-employment physical and
drug screening employer.
TO APPLY:
To be considered for employment, individuals must submit an official
Cerro Gordo County Job Application Form to: Mary Ermer, Office Manager, Cerro Gordo County Conservation Board, 3501
Lime Creek Road, Mason City, IA 50401.
For more information and/or to request an application & job
description, call (641) 423-5309 or
email mermer@cgcounty.org.
DEADLINE:
Applications can be mailed, delivered, emailed or faxed (641-423-1566)
but must be received before 4:00 pm on Friday,
August 7, 2020.
Qualifications
Either be enrolled in or have a degree in one of the following fields: natural resource management, wildlife biology, forestry, biology, or a related field of study. Relevant experience may be considered in place of education.
To Apply
Submit an official Cerro Gordo County Job Application to: Mary Ermer, Office Mgr, Cerro Gordo Cty Conservation Bd, 3501 Lime Creek Rd, Mason City, IA 50401. For more info and/or to req an app & job desc, call 641-423-5309 or email mermer@cgcounty.org