Field Crew Member

Position Summary

This entry‑level position will work on a field crew under the supervision of the Snohomish Conservation District’s (SCD) Riparian and Stewardship Department located in Lake Stevens. The crew will work with landowners on natural resource concerns within urban, residential, and rural areas of Snohomish County and Camano Island. This position reports to the Riparian and Stewardship Department Manager, with day‑to‑day oversight by the SCD Field Crew Lead.

Primary Crew Member Job Responsibilities

• Plant plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Complete habitat restoration work including plant installation and invasive species control.
• Conduct plant maintenance and care at the SCD nursery facility.
• Use a variety of manual tools and equipment, such as shovels, rakes, loppers, wheelbarrows, weeding forks, hoes, pruning shears.
• Operate power and motorized tools and equipment such as push mowers, edgers, chain saws, and weed trimmers.
• Construct rain gardens on public and private property, including site preparation.
• Operate heavy equipment such as mini‑excavator, skid‑steers, and backhoe.
• Operate light‑duty trucks, including picking up and delivering materials and supplies, and hitching up, hauling, and operating a trailer.
• Speak with landowners and other members of the public about projects while on job sites.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Able to use appropriate materials and equipment to complete assigned work according to specifications, verbal instructions, and established procedures.
• Able to implement safety practices in the field in compliance with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and District policies and procedures.
• Physical ability to perform the required work.
• Dependable transportation to and from the SCD office and a valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain one) and ability to pass a background check.
• At least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on a crew to perform time‑sensitive construction projects on private and public property.
• Previous experience in a related position and demonstrated competency in some or all of the skill areas needed for the responsibilities of this position.
• Comfortable speaking to landowners and other members of the public about projects and their purpose.

Training

All necessary training required to perform the essential functions/duties is provided on the job. The position may also include opportunities for additional training and certifications to aid in professional development and job training.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Carry out heavy manual labor in all weather conditions and on uneven, rocky, or rough ground.
• Lift, carry, and move heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Walk, stand, bend, twist, squat, kneel/crawl, and reach overhead throughout the workday and for long periods of time.
• Drive a District vehicle when travel is needed; must hold a valid, unrestricted Washington State driver’s license (or be able to acquire one upon hire).

Additional Position Information

• The position will start and end each day at one of our Lake Stevens facilities but will spend most of each day in the field at project locations.
• All required safety equipment (gloves, vests, hard hats, eye protection, ear protection, etc.) is provided.
• District shirts and appropriate work boots are required to be worn.
• This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 2, Local 3300, and is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between SCD and the Union.

Benefits

• Medical (including vision) and dental insurance through Washington State PEBB; District matches employee dependent premiums at 80 % (medical) and 100 % (dental).
• Monthly contribution to a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) plan through VEBA for employees who waive District medical coverage.
• Life insurance through Washington State Health Care Authority (WSHCA), paid by the District.
• Long‑Term Care coverage through the WA Cares Fund, premiums paid by the District.
• Long‑Term Disability through WSHCA.
• Additional voluntary supplemental insurance opportunities.
• Annual (vacation) leave accrued at 9.33 hours per month; sick leave accrued at 8 hours per month; 12 scheduled paid holidays each year and one personal day.
• Employer‑contributed retirement program through the State of Washington Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and participation in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
• Coverage by standard State and Federal programs, including WA Paid Family Medical Leave, Unemployment Insurance, Workers’ Compensation, Social Security, and Medicare.

Pay

Hiring wage $24.63 per hour. Regular full‑time position (40 hrs/week) with overtime eligibility.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm with a 30‑minute on‑site lunch break. Certain projects may require slightly different hours, determined at least two weeks in advance with some flexibility.