Description:
Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:00 - 5:30 (0:30 minute lunch)
Work Load-
- Field Work – 95%
- Office Work – 5%
Dates: 04-25-2022 - 09-01-2022
Agency: Bureau of Land Management
Location: Cedar City Field Office
Overview:
The BLM Cedar City Field Office (CCFO) has 1 - 2 Range Technician (Noxious Weeds) Internship positions available for the 2022 summer field season. The focus will be directed primarily towards the eradication of noxious weeds throughout the Field Office (Summer 2022 – (May - September)).
Responsibilities:
Extensive experience will be gained in noxious weed identification, mapping and eradication.
The focus will be directed primarily towards the eradication of noxious weeds. The extensive experience will be gained in noxious weed identification, mapping and eradication using the following vegetative monitoring methods:
- Noxious Weed Identification
- Noxious Weed Mapping (GPS Unit)
- Noxious Weed Eradication (Chemical and Hand Tools)
- Noxious Weed Chemical Calibration
Other Requirements:
- Required to have a Pesticide Applicators License
- Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs (i.e. backpack sprayer).
Work Load:
- Field Work (95%)
- Office Work (5%)
Qualifications:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working in an outdoor setting
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite