Resource Technician

Conservation Maven; Minnesota; On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

On-campus housing

Access to program equipment

Job summary

Deep Portage Learning Center in Hackensack, MN seeks a Resource Technician to operate a sustainable wood heating and renewable energy system, and maintain snowshoe, XC skiing and hiking trails for students and the public. The role also involves assisting with campus maintenance and safety compliance.

This temporary position requires 0-1 year of experience, an Associate’s degree or higher, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum level education: Associate’s Degree or higher
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment
• Clear verbal communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License with clean record
• Comply with safety regulations and demonstrate safety awareness
• Willingness to maintain a healthy community and workplace

Responsibilities

• Operate a sustainable wood heating and renewable energy system for the center
• Maintain snowshoe, XC skiing and hiking trails for students and the public
• Assist with campus maintenance and grounds keeping
• Safely operate vehicles and related equipment (chainsaws, ATVs, etc.)

Skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Tools

Chainsaws

Brushcutters

ATVs/Snowmobiles/Tractors

Job description

### Resource TechnicianSave JobDeep Portage Learning CenterHackensack,Minnesota| | || --- | --- || Job Type | Temporary || Salary | $14 - $17 per hour || Benefits | Sick time and PTO, Meals when students present and housing, access to program equipment in off time (canoes, skies, etc) || Min. Experience | 0 - 1 year |**Overview**Deep Portate Learning Center is an environemntal learning center in Hackensack, MN. Nestled on 6,307 acres of managed wilderness, we serve about 5,000 school aged students September-May with classes in outdoor education, recreation, conservation, ecology, etc. We are a sustainable campus that uses wind, solar, and biomass for energy. https://www.deep-portage.org/**PURPOSE OF JOB**The purpose of this position is tooperate a sustainable wood heating and renewable energy system for an environmental education center, maintain snowshoe, XC skiing and hiking trails for students and public, maintain a safe campus and grounds, and assist with campus maintenance. https://www.deep-portage.org/renewable-energy**EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS*** Minimum level education: Associate’s Degree or higher* Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment* Excellent problem-solving, decision-making and prioritization skills.* Comply with organization safety regulations and demonstrates personal safety awareness.* Clear verbal communication skills* Creative, flexible, and strong initiative* An interest and commitment to lifelong learning* Desire to maintain a healthy community and workplace* Valid Driver’s License with clean record***Preferred Experience**** Experience backing a trailer* Experience using power tools such as chainsaws and brushcutters* Experience operating ATVs, snowmobiles, or tractors**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*** Ability to travel 5+ miles per day on uneven terrain* Ability to work outside in all weather conditions (cold, snow, rain, heat, insects)* Ability to repetitively lift up to 25 pounds, frequently lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift over 50 pounds* The employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach overhead with hands, arms and shoulders in all directions; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl* Noise level is usually moderate, but can be loud at times* Safely operate vehicles, snowmobile, UTVs, tractor, chainsaws, hand tools, and any other related equipment for principal duties**Job Extras*** Pay is $14-16+/hr, depending on experience* Meals provided when students on campus, and on campus housing may be provided* Job starts no later than early/mid October and ends no sooner than March 26. We will prioritize candidates who can work within this timeframe, but can be flexible starting before and ending after those dates as agreed upon. Work weeks are Tuesday-Saturday ~9am-5pm.*All hires at Deep Portage are contingent on completed background checks.*How To ApplyPlease send a resume packet to Neal Tacheny at [e-mail] include: Cover letter, resume, and 2-3 references that can speak to your character, work habits, and experience in related fields.*Applications will be reviewed and contacted as they are received. This post will be removed once the position in filled.*When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.