Invasive Plant Technician Description
Field crews will work with an experienced BLM crew leads while assisting in inventory and management of invasive plants on public lands. Inventory duties include correctly identifying invasive plant species and infestations, surveying, recording, and managing data. Invasive plant control will predominantly consist of herbicide application utilizing backpack sprayers and motorized equipment and manual control consisting of hand pulling and hand tools.

Field work will include:
• Responsible for driving large federally owned trucks
• Towing trailers
• Responsible driving on rough two track roads
• Operating Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs)
• Extensive hiking to treatment and inventory sites
• Use of a 40 lb. backpack sprayer over rough and steep terrain
• Occasional truck camping in the backcountry for up to 4 days at a time

Additional duties include:
• Regular communication with BLM federal employees
• Participation in ENLC and BLM trainings
• Development of knowledge and identification of invasive and noxious plant species

Location Timeline and Schedule:
• Based out of Elko, Nevada
• Duration early or mid-May through end of September
• 10-hour day/four-day work week
• Crews will generally return to Elko in evenings
• Camping near a project site for 4 days at a time will be required for up to two pay periods

Compensation:
• $15 per hour, depending on experience (Hiring 6 crew techs)
• $34/night per diem when camping

Education and Experience:
Must complete the federal BLM background check and clearance. Qualified applicants should have experience, entry level accepted training on the job and /or education in invasive plant management, biological sciences, natural resources, plant identification or general plant taxonomy and the ability to follow directions and safety protocols. Applicants must be experienced with 4WD vehicles and should have a clean driving record for the past 3 years. Experience utilizing GPS units, UTVs, and trailer towing is recommended.

How to Apply:
Email a cover letter, resume and the contact information for at least three references to:
Cindy De Leon
cindy.battleborn@gmail.com
Please apply by Monday, February 28, 2022. Please indicate your availability when applying. Application review will begin in December and continue until mid-April until all positions are filled. We encourage applying early. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.