Natural Resource Management Crew Seasonal Laborer
Agency: Forest Preserve of Will County
Location: Joliet, IL
Closing Date: Feb. 1, 2021
Send a cover letter describing interest and a resume to:
Donna Suca, Human Resource Coordinator, dsuca@fpdwc.org
Forest Preserve District of Will County, 17540 W. Laraway Road, Joliet, Illinois 60433
(desk) 815-722-5667, (fax) 815-722-3608
When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
Term/Grade: Temporary
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Land Management Program Coordinator and daily guidance of the Resource Management Crew Leader, implements land management, restoration and research activities listed within annual preserve management schedules.
Major Duties:
- Brush and invasive species control, including cutting with use of chainsaws and other hand equipment, herbicide applications, mowing, and hand pulling.
- Native grass and forb seed collection and processing.
- Installation of plugs, bare root stock, shrubs or saplings, and seed distribution.
- Assistance with research and monitoring projects at both a species and community level.
- Assistance with Prescribed Fire Program including control line preparation, equipment maintenance, and implementation.
- Assistance with wildlife management projects as needed.
- Removal of trash and other debris from natural areas.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor or director.
See announcement and apply here.
