Nature & Trails Technician

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

THPRD seeks a Nature & Trails Technician in Beaverton, Oregon to support restoration of natural areas, maintain trails, and engage with the public on ecological matters. This seasonal role requires outdoor work in varied conditions for up to six months, with a typical 40-hour week.

Hourly pay ranges from $24.04 to $26.32, with potential merit increases. A valid Oregon driver’s license and a safe driving record are required. Apply through THPRD’s HR team.

Qualifications

• Experience performing park/ trails maintenance and restoration tasks.
• Strong customer service orientation when engaging with the public.
• Ability to operate common park maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain parks and facilities as part of the Nature & Trails team.
• Assist in restoring natural areas and trail upkeep.
• Provide information about the Park District and ecological concerns to visitors.
• Operate equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools safely.

Skills

Outdoor work

Customer service

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Pole saws

Pruners

Hand tools

Job description

Nature & Trails Technician

Are you passionate about connecting people with urban nature and being a steward of natural areas within the city? If so, we invite you to apply for the Nature & Trails Technician position at the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District (THPRD) in Beaverton, Oregon.

As a Nature & Trails Technician, you will play a vital role in the restoration of natural areas, performing trail maintenance using your knowledge of natural resources, and engaging with the public to provide information on the Park District and ecological concerns. This role entails outdoor work in a variety of environmental conditions for extended periods

Schedule

We are currently seeking candidates for seasonal positions. Seasonal employees will be scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a maximum duration of 6 consecutive months. Typical work hours are Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 4:15 pm.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $24.04 to $26.32, based on experience and internal equity. The full hourly range for this job classification is $24.04 to $27.11. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing a range of tasks to maintain parks and facilities.
• Assisting the Nature & Trails team in restoring natural areas, including trail and natural area upkeep.
• Delivering exceptional customer service by engaging with the public and sharing information about the Park District.
• Operating various equipment, including mowers, trucks, trailers, trimmers, blowers, pole saws, pruners, and hand tools.

Successful Candidates Will Possess

• Proficiency in the safe operation of park maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of natural resources and their application in natural area stewardship.
• Ability to independently make informed decisions related to natural resource management.
• A commitment to excellent customer service, fostering positive interactions with both customers and colleagues through professional and courteous behavior.

Licenses, Certifications, and Requirements

• A valid Oregon Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record (see Driver Eligibility Requirements below).

Driving Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible to drive for THPRD, you must meet the following requirements:

• Have fewer than 3 vehicle accidents within the last 5 years
• Have fewer than 4 moving violations and/or vehicle accidentscombinedwithin the last 5 years
• Have no more than 1DUIs within the last 5 years WITH the successful completion of a diversion program.

If you exceed the above requirements within the last 5 years, you will not be eligible to drive for THPRD. If the position requires driving, you would not be eligible for the position.

Driving eligibility is based on moving violations only. Parking tickets, failure to have insurance, expired registration, and other administrative violations are excluded.

Application Review

Resumes and cover letters are not accepted for this position. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates each applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience. Application without completed supplemental questions will be disqualified.

Accommodations

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people experiencing disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

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