Entry-Level Field Crew Member: Habitat Restoration & GSI

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington; On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation leave

PERS retirement

Job summary

Snohomish Conservation District is seeking an entry-level Field Crew Member to join the Riparian and Stewardship Department in Lake Stevens. You will work with landowners on natural resource concerns across Snohomish County, reporting to the Department Manager and Field Crew Lead.

The role involves planting, restoration, and maintenance tasks, using hand tools and power equipment, with a 7:00 am–5:00 pm schedule, Monday–Thursday. Wages start at $24.63/hr with benefits and union coverage.

Qualifications

• Able to use appropriate materials and equipment to complete assigned work according to specifications, verbal instructions, and established procedures.
• Able to implement safety practices in the field in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and District policies and procedures.
• Have the physical ability to do the required work.
• Have dependable transportation to and from the SCD office and currently possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a background check.
• Be at least 18 years old and able to legally work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of green stormwater infrastructure (GSI), urban agriculture, and habitat restoration projects.
• Plant plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Complete habitat restoration work including plant installation and invasive species control.
• Conduct plant maintenance and care at the SCD nursery facility.
• Use a variety of manual tools and equipment, such as shovels, rakes, loppers, wheelbarrows, weeding forks, hoes, pruning shears.
• Operate power and motorized tools and equipment such as push mowers, edgers, chain saws, and weed trimmers.
• Construct rain gardens on public and private property, including preparing site.
• Operate heavy equipment such as mini-excavator, skid-steers, and backhoe.
• Speak with landowners and other members of the public about projects while on job sites.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Safety practices

Physical ability

Driver's license

Background check

Legal to work in the U.S.

Public speaking

Job description

Snohomish Conservation District is seeking an entry-level Field Crew Member to join the Riparian and Stewardship Department in Lake Stevens. You will work with landowners on natural resource concerns across Snohomish County, reporting to the Department Manager and Field Crew Lead.

The role involves planting, restoration, and maintenance tasks, using hand tools and power equipment, with a 7:00 am–5:00 pm schedule, Monday–Thursday. Wages start at $24.63/hr with benefits and union coverage.