Conservation Technician jobs in the United States

Conservation Technician maintains the authenticity and overall appearance of art objects. Conducts analysis to determine appropriate method for cleaning and repairing objects. Being a Conservation Technician may require an associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Conservation Technician relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Conservation Technician II
  • Kent Conservation District
  • Lewes, DE FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • This is not a state merit position. This is a contractual position with the opportunity to work long term.

    The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) in conjunction with the Division of Watershed Stewardship and Waterway Management Section has an opening for a Conservation Technician II in Lewes, Delaware. The selected candidate will be primarily part of our waterway crew responsible for channel and basin dredging, dredge and vessel maintenance, algae harvesting, channel marking and removal of hazards to vessel navigation. Additional duties will be to assist with beach maintenance operations, the sand by-pass plant and to assist with yard and building maintenance.

    Job Duties:

    • Participate in and may supervise subordinate or less experienced technicians during the performance of duties including dredging, vessel operation, installation and removal of dredge pipeline, channel marking, algae harvesting, transport of equipment, beach grading and dune fencing, general equipment maintenance.
    • Perform basic equipment maintenance such as greasing and filter and belt replacement.
    • Use hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, drills, and chainsaws.
    • Participate in staff meetings and training classes.
    • 37.5-hour Schedule: 6am to 4:00pm Monday – Wednesday, Thursday 6:00a.m.-3:30, Friday-off.
    • Evaluate staff performance and work with the program manager to provide solutions to issues.
    • Meet with the program manager and other Conservation Technicians to discuss project planning, goals, progress, and issues.
    • Participate in meetings with property owners, representatives from municipalities and legislative representatives.
    • Investigates complaints regarding waterway and beach related issues such as channel markers, algae harvesting and dune crossings.
    • Perform and may direct staff in basic equipment maintenance such as greasing and filter and belt replacements.
    • Transport materials and equipment
    • May direct staff and participate in the use of hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, drills, and chainsaws.

    Job Experience:

    1. Six months experience in operating hand power tools and land-based and/or marine-based construction equipment used for grading, excavating, pumping, or dredging.

    2. Six months experience in routine maintenance of land and marine construction equipment, light trucks and vessels.

    3. Knowledge of waterway management operations such as macro-algae harvesting, navigational channel marking and/or abandon vessel/derelict structure removal.

    4. Knowledge of site construction standards and methods to support land and marine activities.

    5. Possession of a valid CDL Class A OR B Driver's License (not suspended, revoked, or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

    6. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1B Visas.

    Benefits:

    The Kent Conservation District offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 37.5 hours work week and flexible scheduling options: 15 paid vacation days the first year; 9 paid holidays a year; and 15 paid sick days per year. Pension and health insurance are also included in the benefits package. Direct Deposit of paychecks will be required as a condition of employment for new employees.

    Job Types: Full-time, Contract

    Pay: From $32,861.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • No weekends

    Work Location: In person

  • 17 Days Ago

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Conservation Technician I
  • Kent Conservation District
  • Lewes, DE FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • JOB DESCRIPTION: This is not a State Merit position. This is a contractual position with the opportunity to work long term. DUTIES: The selected candidate will be primarily part of our beach crew resp...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Soil Conservation Technician
  • Sedgwick County Conservation District
  • Wichita, KS FULL_TIME
  • Soil Conservation TechnicianResponsibilities:Responsibilities include visiting landowners, evaluating field conditions and conservation best management practices, designing practices, overseeing const...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Conservation Technician III
  • Kent Conservation District
  • Lewes, DE FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • This is not a state merit position. This is a contractual position with the opportunity to work long term. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), in cooperatio...
  • 19 Days Ago

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SOIL CONSERVATION TECHNICIAN
  • US Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • North Platte, NE FULL_TIME
  • Duties Provides information to farmers, ranchers and other rural residents on the kind of assistance available from NRCS and other USDA agencies. Assists with conducting engineer surveys to design mec...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Soil Conservation Technician
  • Delaware Soil and Water Conservation District
  • Manchester, IA TEMPORARY,FULL_TIME
  • This position involves providing technical assistance to landowners and operators of the county as it relates to the Delaware Soil & Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) programs. These include a vari...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Wildlife mitigation technician
  • TLC Wildlife Management
  • Ostrander, OH
  • Job Description Job Description TLC Wildlife Management is Central Ohio’s only exclusively non-lethal wildlife managemen...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Irrigation Crew Leader
  • Conserva Irrigation
  • Westerville, OH
  • *** MUST HAVE SOME IRRIGATION EXPERIENCE**** Conserva Irrigation is the fastest growing and highest reviewed irrigation ...
  • 10/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Industrial Equipment Technician
  • McCormick Equipment Company, Inc.
  • Plain City, OH
  • Job Description Job Description At McCormick Equipment Company, we specialize in helping our customers operate more effi...
  • 10/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Surveyor
  • WSP
  • Columbus, OH
  • Our Business We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood's En...
  • 10/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Technician
  • Marriott International
  • Columbus, OH
  • Additional Information Overnight shift Job Number 24181769 Job Category Engineering & Facilities Location Renaissance Co...
  • 10/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Conservation Technician jobs
$49,119 to $57,763