A Forest or Conservation Technician works with foresters and conservation scientists to help maintain forests and natural areas. Tracks data on water, soil, disease and insect damage in forest areas; tracks wildlife and maintain trails or campsites; monitors timber and logging activity; patrols and assists with forest fire prevention measures; provides information to the public on forest or natural areas conservation .
Under the immediate supervision of a Streetscapes Supervisor, Foreman or a Senior Streetscapes Technician perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and renovation of streetscapes or community grounds, parks and recreation facilities, pathways, landscape, open space reserves, cul-de-sac's, lakes and ponds, and other duties as assigned. Right-of-Way position will include work related to right of way trash and litter collection.
Essential Employee Responsibilities:
During emergency conditions, subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform duties in support of development and maintenance of streetscapes, parks, grounds, park facilities e.g., mowing, edging, fertilizing, seeding, pruning, planting, and/ or removing weeds, trees, and shrubs, clearing right-of-way areas and drainage with appropriate equipment. Paint, repair and refurbish fixtures, signs, equipment, and other miscellaneous items as needed. Gather and dispose of debris, wood, trash, limbs, weeds, grass, trees, shrubs, plants, and dead animals. Operate and maintain equipment such as, lawn mowers, sod cutters, chainsaws, tree trimmers and chippers, air compressors, backhoes, farm tractors, forklifts, and other various hand and job-related power tools. Participate in emergency response teams. May be required to work special events on nights, weekends or holidays. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities specific to
Forestry Crew:
Assist with removal of trees less than 12" diameter. Tree watering Tree planting
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee will frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance and stoop or kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The employee is rarely exposed to high, precarious places; extreme cold; and explosives.
Disagreeable :
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk and frequent physical effort is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Minimum Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Entry level knowledge of concrete, minor carpentry work, and landscape installation and maintenance are a plus.
Experience:
One (1) year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Must possess a Texas driver's license and meet the driver safety policy requirements.
Safety-Sensitive:
This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing. The Woodlands Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
