Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 8 hours ago
Forest Insect Pest Aide 1 (Temporary) - Northwest Region
Home, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.38/hr - $17.38/hrThe Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is focused on safeguarding its natural resources, and they are seeking a Forest Insect Pest Aide 1 to conduct surveys related to invasive insect pests. The role involves fieldwork in various agricultural and forest settings, including contacting property owners and following survey protocols.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Conducting invasive insect pest surveys and detection work in Pennsylvania forests and agricultural lands, including vineyards, orchards, and commercial settings
Contacting property owners to explain the insect pest survey programs and obtaining permission to examine trees or place traps prior to conducting activities
Following survey protocols for handling traps, data entry, and maintaining a detailed activity log
Qualification
Required
Any combination of experience and/or training which afforded the applicant the above listed required abilities
This position requires possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license
You must be willing to accept a temporary position with no benefits and a wage of $17.38 per hour
You must be able to perform essential job functions
Preferred
College coursework in Dendrology, Plant Taxonomy, or Entomology
Company
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employs thousands of people across the state to deliver programs and services to the people of Pennsylvania.
Founded in 1966
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2022-03-17Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
John Tirpak
Chief Technology Officer - Employment Banking and Revenue Delivery Center (EBR DC)
Nathan S.
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Recent News
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