Seasonal Stream Habitat Technician Position Available In Sagadahoc, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: The Seasonal Stream Habitat Technician position at Trout Unlimited involves implementing benefits for cold-water fisheries and local communities, focusing on flood resilience, aquatic habitat improvement, and biodiversity protection. Working under the Full-Time Technician and Maine Project Manager, responsibilities include conducting instream habitat improvement, wood structure restoration, and stream assessment in various project areas in Maine and potentially Vermont. The position runs for a minimum of 6 weeks, with up to 12 weeks possible, beginning in June/July. Visit the website for full details and to apply.
Job Description
Seasonal Stream Habitat Technician Trout Unlimited Opening posted: 03/17/2025 |
Expires:
04/11/2025 Apply via website This position will implement the on-the-ground benefits to cold-water fisheries and local communities including flood resiliency, improvement of aquatic habitat and water quality, and protection of aquatic health and biodiversity. The stream habitat technician will report directly to the Full-Time Technician and Maine Project Manager and will be responsible for working on a small restoration team to conduct instream habitat improvement and assessment. The primary function of this team is to restore streams with woody structures through the implementation of strategic wood additions (SWAs), beaver dam analogs (BDAs), and post-assisted logjams (PALs). Additional projects may include small dam removal, assessing streams for future wood loading, and documenting the success of past projects.
Location:
The team will be based in Maine (no office location), with weekly travel throughout the state, and potentially Vermont. Project areas include but are not limited to the Rangeley Lakes region and the Northeast Piscataquis region in Maine.
Hours:
The team typically completes a 40-hour work week in 4 field days, with one day for travel (Monday or Friday).
Dates:
The position begins in June/July and runs for a minimum of 6 weeks, with the potential for up to 12 weeks. Please see website for full details and to apply!
