Maintenance Tech Natural Resources

About The Role

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is seeking a Maintenance Tech to join our Natural Resources team located in West Chicago, IL. This role is a great opportunity to join a skilled, supportive team dedicated to high-quality work and the larger mission of the forest preserve. This field position assists with the maintenance of the district's natural areas, ecology, volunteer programs, and native plant nursery to improve the quality of life for all DuPage County residents.

Key Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
• 1-3 years related experience and knowledge of native and invasive flora identification.
• 1-3 years related experience operating pickup trucks and trailers.
• Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker and airbrakes endorsement within 6 months of employment.
• IL Department of Agriculture Pesticide Operator's License within 6 months of employment.
• National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) I-100, S-130, and S-190 within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in prescribed fire crews and pest control programs.
• Utilizes various techniques including herbicide applications.
• Operates equipment such as tractors equipped with forestry mulcher, skid steer/rubber tracked loaders, and chainsaws.
• Suppresses exotic and invasive species while promoting biodiversity.

Pay

$26.65 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation options

Schedule

Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 2:30 pm.