Watershed Conservation Technician II

Description: Trinity County Resource Conservation District is accepting applications for the position of Watershed Conservation Technician II.  The Watershed Conservation Technician II works closely under the supervision of the Project Coordinator and the Program Manager and may perform a variety of natural resources related tasks.  This position requires a person who can work effectively in a collaborative environment, is self-directed, and who is comfortable working independently. The Watershed Conservation Technician II is a full-time temporary seasonal position and will conduct field work approximately early May through August of 2025. There is the potential for additional weeks of work following the field season. A majority of field work will be conducted in day trips, but 2 – 4 days of overnight camping will be required for select surveys. Per diem for meals will be provided when camping. Survey equipment and gear (waders, wading boots, wetsuits etc) will be provided, but technicians are required to obtain their own camping gear and hiking boots. This is not a benefited position, but employee will accrue Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay. Housing is not provided, and it is recommended that those seeking housing search in close proximately to Weaverville, CA.

Responsibilities: The Watershed Conservation Technician II will perform a wide variety of natural resources related work, including but not limited to:

Deployment of monitoring equipment in streams and tributaries along the Trinity River

Water flow monitoring

Stream Condition Inventories

Data entry and QA/QC

Salmon snorkel surveys, contingent on performance and ability

Other natural resources related tasks as directed.

Qualifications: 

Ability to hike upwards of 6 miles through rugged terrain and in inclement weather

Ability to work independently or as a team to complete tasks, sometimes with minimal direct supervision

Ability to work safely

Ability to communicate effectively and independently solve problems

Flexibility to assist with a variety of tasks to support program needs

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Possession of a valid California Drivers license

Ability to pass a drug test/screening

Learn more and apply here.