Conservation Tech I

Greenville Water seeks a Conservation Tech I in Travelers Rest, SC. The role involves supporting watershed sustainability through studies in forestry, hydrology, and wildlife. Responsibilities include conducting scientific studies, assisting with grant applications, and performing maintenance tasks like controlled burns. Knowledge of operating trucks and equipment is required. The position may involve working weekends and nights, and no degree is specified.
Responsible for assisting with sustainability of the watershed and reservoir through a variety of activities and studies of forestry, horticulture, hydrology, and wildlife. Assists with a variety of assigned scientific studies related to water quality, forestry, fisheries, drought management, etc. May be assigned to complete grant applications, working with department leaders to gather documentation and to fulfill necessary requirements of various funding bodies on behalf of Greenville Water. Assists with research and analysis to enhance source water protection, sustainability and water loss initiatives. Assists with controlled burns and fights forest fires, as required. Knowledgeable in the safe operation of trucks, riding mowers, bush hogs and boats, which are utilized in the maintenance of the watershed or Right of Way, building trails, removing trees from the reservoir, clearing roads, etc. May be required to work rotating weekends and nights. Per...