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WorkSource Oregon Restoration Crew Lead in Coos Bay, Oregon
REQUIREMENTS: * High School diploma or GED * Two years of experience in supervising work crews and one year of experience supervising youth crews, especially at-risk youth. * Maintain a valid Oregon driver\'s license and personal automobile insurance. * Certified CPR/First Aid Certification, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment. * Ability to drive a manual vehicle and hook up, tow, and back up a utility trailer. * Minimum of two years\' experience in maintaining equipment, tools, and vehicles, including small engine repair (change oil, spark plugs, etc.). * Certified to safely operate an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment. JOB DUTIES: * Certified to safely operate a chainsaw or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment. * Experience safely operating a tractor. * At least 2 years of experience in planting and growing native plants. * Experience with fence construction and erosion control. * Extensive knowledge of safe working practices and certified by OR-OSHA. * Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. * Knowledge and appreciation of the people, values, and current conservation issues of the region. Ability to work with partners to identify win-win solutions and compromises for a restoration project. * Working knowledge of using a GPS unit. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * A positive attitude with a flexible approach to work and willingness to take on new projects or tasks as needed. * Ability to engage in strenuous outdoor activity, carry field equipment, and endure outdoor field conditions including cold and wet winter weather and extreme heat. * Problem-solving, decision-making skills, and the ability to work independently with attention to detail. * Ability to manage short and long-term projects and tasks in a highly dynamic work environment. HOURS: Full time, Days, 4 10 hour days. PAY: \$22.63-28.29/hour, depending on experience WORKSITE: Coos County, Oregon