Purdue Student Federal Work Study

Invasive Plant Technician
This position would work to improve ecosystems and habitats on WREC-owned property, and the properties of our community partners. This is a 100% field job, primarily consisting of cutting and treating honeysuckle, tree of heaven, and wintercreeper.

Primary duties

• Use hand tools, electric tools, and herbicides to manage invasive plants.
• Navigate both urban and rural properties, through thick vegetation and uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Work both alone and with other technicians.
• Earn an herbicide technician certification, paid for by WREC.

Desired qualifications

• Field experience
• Invasive plant experience
• Plant identification experience
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Safety-minded
• Experience working both on a team and solo
• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and navigate uneven terrain
• Reliable transportation to both urban and rural properties
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Compensation: $19/hour, approximately 5 hours/week

To apply, email resume and cover letter to watershed@wabashriver.net