If you enjoy working hard in the outdoors, learning new skills and being with a fun group of people, we invite you to apply for the position of Seasonal Open Space Technician at the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen). Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. As a small mission driven organization, every employee at Midpen makes an impact - so if you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation, we welcome your application.
About the Position: Seasonal Open Space Technicians assist with building and maintaining roads and trails on Midpen lands, operating mechanical equipment such as chainsaws, power pruners and mowers. Additional duties include cleanup and routine maintenance on Midpen lands, in buildings and restrooms and driving trucks as required. Seasonal Open Space Technicians also use hand and power tools to do semi-skilled carpentry, construction tasks and to remove invasive non-native plants. Work location may be at either the Skyline or the Foothills Field Office (there is no seasonal housing available). Job Description is on the website.
Requirements: Basic requirements include high school diploma or G.E.D.; possession of a valid California driver’s license; skills to perform basic construction and maintenance assignments; ability to perform manual labor requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting; and the ability to work in, or around, poison oak.
Highly desirable traits include prior work experience in a park, forest, or public recreation area involving work with equipment and tools used in park maintenance. Upon hire, employee must purchase and wear the required uniform. In addition, candidates selected for the position will be required to successfully pass and obtain certification in Basic First Aid/CPR, AED for Lay Responders.
Working Conditions: This is a full time, Monday through Friday position, with occasional weekend and holiday work required. Employees work in the field in rugged and remote areas and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, and poison oak. Seasonal assignments will not exceed 950 hours (approximately 6 months of full-time work) and do not include benefits.
About the District: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an independent special district created by the voters of northwestern Santa Clara County in 1972, joined in 1976 by southern San Mateo County, and most recently expanded to the San Mateo coast side in 2004. Midpen’s purpose is “To acquire and preserve a regional greenbelt of open space land in perpetuity; protect and restore the natural environment; and provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education.” To learn more about what we are passionate about, we invite you to visit our web site at www.OpenSpace.org.
How to Apply: Final Filing Date: Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
Apply online at CalOpps.org. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.
Candidates selected for interviews must provide a current DMV report at the interview (request report by submitting form INF 1125 to the DMV). Employment offers are conditional upon the results of a fingerprint background check and a pre-employment physical.
RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE – We recommend planning your calendar accordingly as these dates are confirmed: *Interviews – February 12 & 13, 2020. *Reference Check – Week of February 17, 2020 *Fingerprinting – Week of February 24, 2020 *Pre-employment Physical – Week of March 2. 2020 *Start Date – April 2020 (full time schedule)
