Bosque Restoration Field Crew Member

The Pueblo of Sandia; Bernalillo (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pueblo of Sandia is seeking an on-site Bosque Crew member in Bernalillo, NM, to perform a range of labor tasks for bosque restoration projects. Responsibilities include tree felling, firewood handling, fencing, seeding, and herbicide application, with opportunity to operate chainsaws and heavy machinery after training.

Required: High School Diploma or GED and a valid New Mexico driver's license. Preferred: 6 months in construction or landscaping and heavy equipment experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver’s License.
• Six months prior experience in general construction, landscaping, forestry, Bosque restoration, and/or yard maintenance preferred.
• Heavy equipment operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate tools and heavy equipment with required safety practices.
• Complete training such as First Aid, CPR/AED, and chainsaw safety.
• Identify and treat invasive plant and tree species.
• Staff or operate woodchippers, skid loaders, and backhoes when trained.
• Perform duties in external conditions and follow attendance rules.

Skills

Teamwork

Operate heavy equipment

Safety awareness

Ability to follow instruction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment operator

Job description

The Pueblo of Sandia is seeking an on-site Bosque Crew member in Bernalillo, NM, to perform a range of labor tasks for bosque restoration projects. Responsibilities include tree felling, firewood handling, fencing, seeding, and herbicide application, with opportunity to operate chainsaws and heavy machinery after training.

Required: High School Diploma or GED and a valid New Mexico driver's license. Preferred: 6 months in construction or landscaping and heavy equipment experience.