Davey Resource Group 2023 Young Adult Ecological Restoration Crew

The Student Conservation Association (SCA), America’s #1 conservation service organization, seeks qualified applicants to maintain a wide range of habitats in Indiana with DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, in SCA’s DAVEY Restoration Crew Member cohort.

Seasonal Nonprofit

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Job Location

Illinois

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Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES: SCA crew members work under the direction of Environmental Restoration Technicians as well as Project Managers with Davey Resource to provide clients with the services and solutions needed to efficiently manage natural resources, comply with policies, and obtain regulatory permits. Members will inspect, manage, and maintain a wide range of habitats, both natural and disturbed. Daily tasks include native seed installation, native plug planting, tree/ shrub installation, invasive species control, or other tasks related to habitat restoration. Members will receive on the ground training in hand and power tool use, herbicide application, and gain exposure to careers working for contracting agencies such as DRG. Members will also have the opportunity to participate in environmental education and professional development workshops/trainings, as well as travel for special projects across the state. Project Work Summary: Plant ID, Various IVC techniques, including backpack spraying; Safety Tailgates/Topics, small equipment operation, monitoring & reporting techniques PROGRAM DATES: May 15th – October 13th, 2023 8 hrs/day, 40 hrs/week: Monday-Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM for 22 weeks, with the occasional option to work overtime Training Dates: May 15th – 19th, 2023 8 AM – 3 PM (mandatory paid training with SCA and DRG) COMPENSATION: $18/hr for up to 40 hrs/week, $27/hr for occasional optional overtime up to 5 additional hours/week. Crew memebers should anticipate an average of 35hrs/week of work. Some work may be offered on Saturdays, but is not mandatory. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 yrs or older; have a valid driver’s license for 3+ years and clean driving record; Current ability to meet SCA’s criminal back­ground check standards; ability to withstand the weather and being active on your feet while carrying a 20 lb backpack; outdoor skills and experience hiking in varying terrain and weather conditions; ability to maintain a safe, productive and enjoyable work environment. Plant iden­tification skills and knowledge of midwestern ecology is a plus! Hand and power tool experience is a plus! Ability to meet at the Davey Resource Group South Bend office every morning (unless planned otherwise) at: 3605 Gagnon Street, South Bend, Indiana 46628 Current students are encouraged to apply, as well as those looking to get into the field of conservation. SCA is an EOE dedicated to workforce diversity. Position ID: PO-00734889 Expected Dates: May 15, 2023 - October 13, 2023 Location: 3605 Gagnon South Bend, IN 46628 US

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