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  • Restoration Technician (Job ID 53840), The Nature Conservancy (Franklin Grove, IL; due Aug. 22)

    Aug 10, 2023 3:45 pm by Taylor SiglerJobs

    Position Description and Application Information

    Full-time, Temporary Restoration Technician

    OFFICE LOCATION

    Franklin Grove, Illinois, USA

    WHO WE ARE

    The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube   to hear stories from staff or visit  Glassdoor.

    One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”

    WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER

    The Restoration Technician performs and participates in preserve operations, maintenance, and management. He/she maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and removes exotic species. CPI maintains tools and equipment and may open and close preserve(s) to the visiting public. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations for long periods of time in isolated settings, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain. 

    WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

    The Restoration Technician will help manage and restore tallgrass prairie at Nachusa Grasslands, a 4000 acre preserve near Dixon, IL. Technicians will work together on a crew to remove invasive weeds and hand-collect native weeds. Technicians will help with native plantings, where seeds are used to restore agricultural lands back to high diversity prairie, wetlands, and savanna on site annually. The position affords the opportunity to engage in interesting, educational, and challenging outside work at a dynamic restoration project. This is an exception entry-level position to learn what it really takes to do natural areas management and ecological restoration. Full-time, short-term position starting late August and ending December 1,2023. $14.90 per hour. Includes nice, clean on-site housing (one Technician per room), high speed internet available at Headquarters. No pets. Conservation Practitioner I performs and participates in preserve operations, maintenance, and management. The Conservation Practitioner I (CPI) maintains preserve areas frequented by the visiting public and removes exotic species. CPI maintains tools and equipment and may open and close preserve(s) to the visiting public. May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations for long periods of time in isolated settings, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. Requires considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain. 
    Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

    WHAT YOU'LL BRING

    • High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience              
    • Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner (e.g., lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio, or similar equipment).
    • Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g., First Aid, CPR, herbicide, or pesticide application).

    AUTO SAFETY POLICY

    This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with TNC’s Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." To learn more about the Auto Safety Program, visit https://www.nature.org/en-us/about-us/careers/recruitment/ under the FAQ section.

    Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record.

    APPLY NOW

    To apply for job ID 53840, submit your materials online by using the Apply Now button at https://careers.nature.org/ by 11:59 PM EST on August 22, 2023. Need help applying? Visit our recruitment page or contact applyhelp@tnc.org.

    The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

    The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

    Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

    TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.

    An attractive salary and benefits package is part of TNC’s value proposition to our employees. TNC strives to provide competitive pay and bases salaries on the geographic location of the role committing to being equitable across groups and providing hiring salary ranges when possible.

    Since we support flexible and remote work for our employees, many positions have a flexible location within countries where we’re registered as a Non-government Organization and established as an employer. This may mean we’re unable to provide a hiring salary range in the posting for some of our positions. However, candidates invited to be part of our interview process will be provided their location specific range upon request.

    This position has a starting wage of $14.90 per hour.

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