Temporary Indiana Kankakee Sands Field and Maintenance Technician
Job Description
The Nature Conservancy in Indiana is looking for a Kankakee Sands Field and Maintenance Technician to work with our dedicated team to protect and manage one of the largest grassland restorations in the US. Started over 25 years ago, the Efroymson Restoration at Kankakee Sands has grown to over 8,000 acres of prairie, wetland, and savanna habitat. It is part of a larger bi-state conservation area that exceeds 25,000 acres. Kankakee Sands is also home to a bison herd that contribute to the function of the prairie. With recent infrastructure improvements, the preserve is becoming a destination spot for visitors. You’ll assist our team in maintaining this beautiful landscape while building a solid foundation of skills and knowledge for the next steps in your conservation career!
The Kankakee Sands Field and Maintenance Technician main duties include controlling invasive plant species, using such equipment as backpack/UTV sprayers, brush cutters, and/or chainsaws; equipment maintenance, prep, and repair; and facilities and preserve infrastructure maintenance and repair, including upkeep of trails, fencing, signs, corral. They will participate as part of our burn crew to implement prescribed fire; assist with monitoring, recordkeeping, and surveys; and use Field Maps/GIS to collect and map data. May participate in events, interact with visitors, and work with volunteers.
The scope and responsibilities for this position may include teamwork and interaction with visitors and volunteers; considerable physical exertion and/or muscle strain; irregular work hours and long days, particularly during spring and fall fire seasons; and variable weather conditions, at remote locations for long periods of time, on difficult and hazardous terrain.
This is a temporary, full-time (40 hours), field position based at our Kankakee Sands Field Office in Morocco, Indiana, lasting approximately 7 months starting May 2026. Shared on-site housing may be available. The starting pay for a candidate selected for this position is $17.00 to $18.00 an hour (subject to required tax withholdings).
How to Apply
Visit http://www.nature.org/careers and use job code JR102102 to see full descriptions and apply. Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received, and the postings will close once a strong applicant pool is identified.Apply for this Job
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