Invasive Plant Management Field Technicians

The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the advancement of environmental conservation through projects, research, education, and partnerships throughout the arid and semi-arid West.

ENLC is hiring three (3) Invasive Plant Management Field Technicians to work in the Carson City, NV District of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). These positions are intended to strengthen the program’s capacity to deliver exceptional results and make a more significant impact on the program initiatives. This project is funded through a cooperative agreement between the Carson City District BLM and ENLC. ENLC’s Carson City Noxious and Invasive Weed Management Program plays a pivotal role in supporting critical BLM initiatives, including inventorying locations of noxious weeds and other invasive species, using an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plan approach to determine the most effective method of invasive species control, stabilization and rehabilitation of disturbed areas, and adaptive management for controlling new invasive species. Through these efforts, this program makes a meaningful impact on the environment, maintaining the health of our native landscapes on public lands.

The Field Technician will be responsible for conducting noxious weed inventorying, monitoring, and mechanical and chemical treatment activities. The crew will be based out of the Carson City BLM Office and will work throughout the District. Much of the work will take place in remote locations in variable weather conditions. Some camping may be required, but would be the exception. Successful candidates must pass the Nevada Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator’s certification.

The Invasive Plant Management Field Technician will encounter a variety of opportunities for professional development, including exposure to a spectrum of noxious and invasive plant management techniques, overcoming day-to-day challenges of working in remote settings, and the ability to effectively support the success of a mission-driven non-profit organization. This exciting role contributes to ENLC’s significant positive impacts within the fields of environmental research, education, and conservation.

INVASIVE PLANT MANAGEMENT FIELD TECHNICIAN DUTIES:

· Inventory, monitor, and control noxious weed populations.

· Daily logistics coordination with Crew Lead.

· Inventorying includes identifying invasive plants to the species level, surveying and mapping infestations with GPS receivers, capturing digital photo points, and managing data.

· Monitoring noxious weed populations using standardized protocols to ensure treatment effectiveness.

· Control infestations both mechanically and with herbicide applied via backpack sprayers and UTVs with boom sprayers.

· Safely and effectively conduct herbicide application activities while abiding by federal state guidelines and regulations.

· Identify Nevada plant species, especially Nevada state listed noxious weeds.

· Driving large 4x4 trucks with UTV trailer on highways and on remote two-track roads.

· Obtain Nevada Department of Agriculture applicator’s certificate.

· Ability to carry up to 40 lbs. while hiking over uneven terrain.

· Safe and effective use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which will be provided.

· Operation of UTVs.

SCHEDULE: This full-time seasonal position runs from early May through late September 2024, with 40-hour work weeks.