Job description: Three field technicians (1 crew lead, 2 techs.) are needed to assist in setting up and measuring plots in south central Oregon lodgepole pine forests in areas of pre and post mountain pine beetle epidemic. Work will be based out of Paisley, OR, but work will also be conducted near Pringle Falls, south of Bend, OR. Housing in Paisley and Pringle Falls will be provided. Work duties will include setting up plot boundaries, measuring stand structure, tree regeneration, surface and crown fuels, and identification of plant communities. Multi-day camping and/or backpacking trips may occur. Camping per diem will be provided on these occasions. Work may often occur in inclement conditions (heat, rain, mosquitoes, etc.). Strong attention to details and a willingness to QA/QC field records necessary.
Qualifications: Experience performing basic forest measurements, basic plant identification, as well as experience hiking off-trail in forested environments and navigating cross-county with compass preferred. Must be able to live, travel, and work with people in a friendly and professional environment. Timeline: Work will start June 14th and run through September 2010. Earlier start date may be negotiable for crew lead position. Pay Range: $12-14/hour depending on experience. To Apply: Please send cover letter, resume, names and contact information for 2 references, and any questions to Travis Woolley [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. Application deadline March 31st.
