There are opportunities for:
-Environmental Education Members
(for more information/apply, visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=84612&fromSearch=true)
-Citizen Science Members
(for more information/apply, visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=85612&fromSearch=true)
-Natural Resource Members
(for more information/apply, visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=85559&fromSearch=true)
-Volunteer Support Member
(for more information/apply, visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=85523&fromSearch=true)
Natural Areas Technician Intern
-to apply or for more information, visit: http://www.bccdil.org/internship/
Position Summary: This position functions to assist in implementing natural resources management of the Boone County Conservation District (BCCD). Additional responsibilities include: * Working in cooperation with managers and employees as needed to carry out the mission of the BCCD; *Assist with the everyday tasks associated with natural resources management and habitat restoration. Compensation Range: $9.00-$11.00
Tasks
• Controlling invasive plant species in natural areas throughout BCCD properties.
• Propagate native seed in a greenhouse setting.
• Transplant seedlings in a greenhouse setting.
• Develop and present educational programs relating to natural resources management.
• Mix and apply herbicides in accordance with labels and training. • Collect native seed to be used in projects on BCCD property.
• General maintenance, which can include the following: litter pick-up, tree and brush removal, and minor general maintenance on equipment, light construction, vandalism repair, mowing, and painting.
• Safely operate district vehicles.
• Safely operate district vehicles while pulling a trailer.
• Load and unload equipment such as ATV’s, tractors, skid steer loaders, and mowers.
• Use hand held tools and landscape equipment such as: drills, reciprocating saws, chainsaws, clearing saws, pole pruners, hedge trimmers, weed eaters, and rototillers, in a safe and efficient manner.
Minimum Job Requirements
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.
• Must be eighteen years of age or older with a valid driver’s license.
• Work with a minimum amount of supervision and able to solve problems.
• Ability to operate District vehicles and landscape equipment in a safe manner.
• Ability to learn and understand BCCD rules, regulations, and district information and can convey this information to conservation area users.
• Ability to work weekday evenings and or weekend hours.
• Ability to work as part of a crew.
• This position requires manual physical labor including: lifting, bending, walking, and standing in extreme weather conditions. Position requires the ability to lift 45 lbs.
• Ability to work outside/inside and under all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
Preference will be given to applicants who have:
1- Experience with chainsaws along with completion of a safety course.
2- Certified Illinois Pesticide ID card, Applicator preferred.
3- Basic knowledge of native and invasive species of Illinois.
Seasonal Maintenance Worker
To apply/learn more, visit: http://www.bccdil.org/
Position Summary: Under direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, performs daily maintenance operations of Conservation Areas, facilities, equipment and vehicles.
Compensation Range: $9.00-$11.00 per hour
Essential Functions:
• Perform cleaning of facilities for public use such as: Picnic areas, pavilions, restrooms, charcoal grills, fire rings, and refuse cans.
• Perform grounds maintenance to conservation areas and trails such as: mowing, trimming, raking, seeding, planting, mulching, watering and snow removal.
• Operate and maintain a variety of vehicles, equipment and tools after proper training and instruction; including but not limited to: Trucks, utility vehicles, tractors, mowers, string trimmers, saws and power tools.
• Inspects district vehicles, equipment and tools prior to use to ensure safe use and operation.
• Use proper safety procedures and equipment to maintain safe working environments for staff and public users. • Informs immediate supervisor of any unsafe working conditions or equipment.
• Maintain a satisfactory working relationship with district employees and the general public.
• Occasionally work weekday evenings and weekends as assigned.
• Ability to learn and understand BCCD rules, regulations, and district information and can convey this information to conservation area users.
• Any other duties as assigned
