Colorado State University and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands are seeking applicants for Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) Light Equipment Operators at Fort Huachuca, Arizona.
Position conducts soil stabilization and vegetation management activities in support of the LRAM component of the Armys Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) Program at Fort Huachuca, AZ by utilizing light equipment and hand tools such as tractors, mowers, straw blowers, hydro-seeders, skid-steers, shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes, and chainsaws.
Work location is dependent on the needs of the partner / project / role. In some instances, positions may require staff to be fully in-person.
In other instances, hybrid or remote arrangements may be possible. Required Job Qualifications
- A High school Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- At least 2 years of relevant experience
- Experience with running and maintaining : Small agricultural tractorsMowersSkid-SteersHand held power equipment (trimmers, tillers, chainsaws, etc.
Manual tools (shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes etc.)
- Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor under all weather conditions heat and humidity)
- Able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly
- Be able to follow directions, work collectively with others as a team, and maintain safe working standards
- Proficient verbal and written English communication skills
- The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Must have a valid drivers license or the ability to obtain a drivers license by the employment start date. Must maintain the ability to drive based on CSUs discretion.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- Knowledge and experience necessary to facilitate : Work site revegetationLand clearingSite preparationsSoil stabilization
- Experience with land rehabilitation, horizontal construction techniques, and erosion control practices
- Experience working on a military installation to assist in the assessment of training land conditions
- Experience with Front-End Loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, and water trucks
Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Departments commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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