Town of Huntersville · 6 days ago
Conservation Resource Technician
Sioux City, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe Town of Huntersville is seeking a Conservation Resource Technician to perform maintenance of parks, facilities, and natural resource areas. The role involves supervising seasonal employees, ensuring public safety, and managing park resources in coordination with the County Conservation Executive Director and Deputy Director.
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Responsibilities
Snyder Bend and Bigelow Park Resource Location
Maintaining parks, park facilities and natural resource areas on a daily basis
Maintaining and using a variety of tools and equipment
Assisting in provision for the public safety
Assists in area management in the absence of the Resource Manager or Assistant Resource Manager
Assume responsibility of park management in the absence of the Resource Manager or Assistant which includes planning, maintenance, and management of the park’s buildings, tables, fire places, tools and equipment, grounds, boat docks, campgrounds, roads, trails, restrooms and water systems
Supervise seasonal employees
Inspect condition of parks for general park safety and accident prevention
Assist in park patrol and enforcement of park, county and state rules and regulations
Provide information to insure compliance of rules by the public
Collect fees, draft reports to administrative staff, and assist with keeping records
Operate a variety of heavy equipment, vehicles and power tools, and perform and direct maintenance duties
Attendance is required
Maintaining and using a variety of tools and equipment
Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and some light construction when needed
Performs various other duties relating to scope of responsibility as assigned by the County Conservation Executive Director and County Conservation Deputy Director
Qualification
Required
Bachelor Degree in Park Management or natural resources with (1) to three (3) years of experience in a related field required
Possess a valid drivers license
Possession of or ability to obtain, within six month of hire, a valid Class A Iowa Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and insurance
Knowledge of the principles and practices of park management and related subjects
Computer and recordkeeping skills are required
Knowledge of conservation board policies, rules, regulations, and administrative procedures
Knowledge in the operation of manual and power tools and equipment
Ability to learn operation of technical equipment
Knowledge of computer skills to effectively operate Microsoft Office
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of several seasonal employees
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others and to maintain good public relations
Skill in decision making, communicating effectively both orally and in writing, and time management
Basic First Aid and CPR certification
Ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Pesticide Applicator license
S 130, S 190 Wildland Fire Training
Candidate for hire must successfully pass a background check, a physical examination, vision, back screen, hearing screen/test and drug screen
Benefits
Health, Dental, Life & Long Term Disability
Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS)
Paid vacation days
10 Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Worker's Compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending for Medical Reimbursement and Dependent Care
Deferred Compensation Plan
Eye Insurance
Discounted membership rate for Four Seasons Health Club
Company
Town of Huntersville
The Town of Huntersville is one of the fastest growing communities in North Carolina with a population of over 60,000.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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