NEOGOV · 2 hours ago
Parks and Open Space - Weed Management Intern
Erie, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Weed Management Intern to assist with weed control and natural resources management activities. This internship provides experience in noxious weed management, herbicide use, and integrated pest management strategies.
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Responsibilities
Performs open space vegetation management operations including mowing, trimming, pruning, removing, seeding, cultivating, planting, monitoring, and using herbicides
Applies pesticides, most notably herbicides, in accordance with prescribed guidelines and maintains usage records
Conducts mapping of vegetation utilizing GIS technology
Performs work related to restoration projects such as native seed collection, ripping, tilling, discing, drill seeding, adding soil amendments, mitigation work, and wildlife enhancements
Operates tractors, mowers, backhoes, loaders, mini excavators, skid steers, seed drills, dump trucks, utility trailers, water trailers, ATVs, UTVs, chippers, chemical sprayers, weed trimmers, chainsaws, blowers, and other various hand and power tools
Utilizes Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies in accordance with Town policies
Performs data entry and prepares necessary records including maintenance logs, herbicide use records, and safety inspections
Prepares data reports, including maps of work sites using GIS technology
Qualification
Required
Must be 18 years or older to work in the Parks & Open Space Division
Obtained or in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Forestry, Parks Management, or a closely related field, or a minimum of 3-6 months related on-the-job experience in the field of natural resource management
OR any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record required
Preferred
ESRI certification or previous ArcGIS coursework preferred
Benefits
Free membership to the Erie Community Center
Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)
Childcare benefits, including 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado
Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Plans
Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub
Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
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