Restoration Technician

SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the Restoration Project Manager, the Restoration Technician performs ecological restoration work at the Cocopah Indian Tribe’s restoration project sites. This is a full-time, grant-funded position through September 30, 2027. Continuation of the position beyond this date will be contingent on additional funding. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts physical fieldwork executing grant work plans in the establishment of ecological restoration project sites on tribal lands.
• Removes invasive vegetation with hand tools and power tools.
• Plants native vegetation including trees, shrubs, and grasses.
• Propagates, germinates, and harvests native plant species for revegetating project sites.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems.
• Operates drip and flood irrigation systems to support the healthy growth of revegetated areas.
• Conducts maintenance of trails and access roads.
• Trims trees using proper tree trimming techniques.
• Conducts general maintenance of project sites, including trash cleanup and cleaning of recreational areas.
• Documents work plan progress with photos and written narratives in support of grant reporting.
• Works independently and with a team.
• Supervises work crews including inmates, daily laborers, and volunteers.
• Submits monthly reports to Restoration Project Manager.
• Attends in-person and virtual training for skill development.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Desire to understand the Cocopah environment (plants, animals, water, land, air)
• Willing to work in the field under all weather conditions.
• Understanding of invasive and native plant species, tree trimming, pruning, and planting.
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment use and safe work practices.
• Works well with others and can supervise a work crew.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret maps.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must be able to pass a DPS/FBI fingerprint background check.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED is required. 2 years’ work experience in a related field
• 1 year of supervisory work experience is preferred.

NATIVE AMERICAN AND CURRENT EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE POLICIES ARE APPLICABLE TO ALL POSITIONS. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING, AND ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO ONGOING RANDOM DRUG/ALCOHOL TESTS.