Job Description

Summary Statement

This position will be responsible for applying conservation maintenance practices in support of the management of state forestland, primarily at Blackbird State Forest. Duties may include, but are not limited to, performing maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, carpentry, painting welding, construction, grounds maintenance, equipment, and vehicles. Incumbent must be able to operate most complex equipment and vehicles.\xef\xbf\xbd This position supervises multiple subordinates and constructs work plans for each. The incumbent will oversee our northern region fire cache and have responsibilities to the out of state fire coordination.\\r\

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.\\r\ \\r\ Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices in support of the management of the state\'s natural resources which includes such activities as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns and crops to include turf/grounds management, pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, assessment of soil composition and environmental conditions.\\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd \\r\ Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, grounds maintenance and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.\\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd \\r\ Operates marine, land-based and construction equipment and vehicles. \\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd \\r\ Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles.\\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd\xef\xbf\xbd\xef\xbf\xbd \\r\ Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding agency initiatives/programs.\\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd \\r\ Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public.\\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd \\r\ Completes standard forms/applications; maintains records and reports detailing daily activity, tool and equipment inventory, fuel and service logs and related activities. \\r\ \\r\

Job Requirements

\xef\xbf\xbdJOB REQUIREMENTS for\xef\xbf\xbdConservation Technician V\xef\xbf\xbd\\r\ Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\xef\xbf\xbd\xef\xbf\xbd\\r\ \\r\ \xef\xbf\xbd\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Department of Agriculture: \\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Three years experience in forest fire prevention and control.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Three years experience in performing work in a variety of trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Six months experience in forest management including dendrology, forest fire behavior and control, forest mensuration, timber harvesting, forest management plans, and using tools and equipment such as prisms, clinometers and increment borers.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Six months experience in preventing, controlling and diagnosing tree insects and diseases.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Six months experience in record keeping.\\r\ \\r\ Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others. \\r\ Possession of a Delaware commercial pesticide applicator\'s certification card with Forestry and Turf/Ornamental classifications.\\r\ Possession of a valid CDL Class A Driver\'s License with tanker endorsement (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).\xef\xbf\xbd\\r\ \\r\

Additional Posting Information

Merit Only: Current State of Delaware employees in a position covered by the Merit System and who have completed their initial probationary period.\\r\

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.\\r\ Functional Capability Evaluation: Upon a conditional offer, you must take a Functional Capability Evaluation to assess your strength and agility to meet the physical requirements of the position.\\r\ Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.\\r\ All applicants must read the detailed physical requirements for this position which is located at\xef\xbf\xbdhttps://statejobs.delaware.gov/explore/fce.shtml\xef\xbf\xbdand the file name is Conservation Tech I-V - Agriculture - Division of Forest Service.\xef\xbf\xbd\\r\

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\\r\

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.\xef\xbf\xbd It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.\xef\xbf\xbd For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.\xef\xbf\xbd\xef\xbf\xbd Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\\r\ Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.\xef\xbf\xbd Please keep your contact information current.\xef\xbf\xbd You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the \xe2\x80\x9cMy Applications\xe2\x80\x9d tab at\xef\xbf\xbdStateJobs.Delaware.gov.\\r\

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.\xef\xbf\xbd To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.\\r\ The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.\xef\xbf\xbd\\r\

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