Wildlife Technician II – Great Basin Research Center Project (Equipment Maintenance)
Opening date: Feb. 6, 2024
Closing date: March 3, 2024
Salary: $16.67 per hour (starting wage)
Location: DWR Great Basin Research Center and Seed Warehouse, 494 W. 100 South, Ephraim, UT 84627
Time frame: May 6 – Aug. 15, 2024 (~3 months; beginning and end dates may be flexible depending on school schedule or applicant availability)
Positions available: 1
Housing: Not provided
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources builds, maintains and provides equipment for habitat improvement projects throughout the state. The primary assignment will be welding hardfacing to anchor chains and assisting with equipment upkeep, but the individual in this position may also be asked to assist with GBRC research plot maintenance (see the GBRC Project (Research) announcement for details) as needs arise. Work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Some variations of the schedule may occur (alternate hours or days), depending on work needs.
Job duties
Most of the work will consist of welding hardfacing to anchor chains and assisting with equipment upkeep. However, the individual may also be asked to assist with GBRC research plot maintenance (see the GBRC Project (Research) announcement for details) as needs arise.
Job requirements and skills
Must be 18 or older to apply. Welding knowledge. Work responsibilities may require moderate physical labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds. Applicants should be able to pay close attention to details, follow instructions, tolerate repetitive work and work as a team member. Applicants must also be able to work under extreme conditions and/or inclement weather.
Applications
Email or send a resume (please include previous work experience and a list of at least two references), a copy of college transcripts (unofficial), and a list of current coursework to:
Emailed applications:
Melissa Landeen
mlandeen@utah.gov
Mailed applications:
UDWR Great Basin Research Center
494 West 100 South
Ephraim, UT 84627
Please specify in your resume that you are interested in the Equipment Maintenance position. Applications must be received by March 3, 2024 for first consideration. Applications received after March 3 will be considered if all positions have not yet been filled.
Please contact Ron Larsen with questions or for further information at 435-340-0259 or ronlarsen@utah.gov.
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People and culture expectation
The successful applicant(s) will be expected to uphold the Division’s values of integrity, professionalism, accountability, teamwork and cooperation. The behaviors they embrace should set an example of professional and personal respect. Seasonal employees are expected to actively promote a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, as well as make good faith efforts to understand people as unique individuals with diverse life experiences, challenges and opportunities.