This position requires that applicants have had professional Chainsaw training in the past. Preferred training includes S-130 and S-190 (Wildland Firefighting Basic) which will be provided within the first 60 days.
The Ordway-Swisher Biological Station is a year-round biological field station established for the long-term study and conservation of unique ecosystems through management, research, and education. This position will work closely with the Land Management Specialist and other station staff to complete various land management tasks throughout the station. The station has an active prescribed fire program, and as such, a major focus of this position will be to aid in the preparation of burn units as well as conduct controlled burns. Other major projects will include sandhill restoration, invasive plant control, road maintenance, debris removal, and data collection. Various other duties include upkeep and maintenance of station facilities, data entry, and assisting with public tours.
| 40% | Chainsaw operation and dragging debris |
| 25% | Prescribed fire |
| 10% | Herbicide or mechanical treatment of invasive species |
| 15% | Debris removal |
| 5% | Data collection |
| 5% | Various other tasks |
In this position, there will be approximately 2 weeks of time off around the winter holidays due to the field station closing during that time.
Required: candidates must have chainsaw experience required.
Intern living allowance = $250 per week
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Position ID: PO-00733601
Expected Dates: January 23, 2023 - November 19, 2023
Location:
693 SR 26
Melrose, FL 32666
US
Training Provided: -Basic Wildland Firefighter Training S130 & S190 -S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaw instruction with a NWCG FAL1 qualified sawyer. -Opportunity to obtain FL state pesticide applicators license. -UTV and Tractor safety training. -GPS/GIS field training.
Educational/Recreational Opportunities: Opportunity to work with and learn from professionals in the field on a daily basis. Northcentral Florida offers many opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and fishing. Some highlights in the area include Paynes Prairie Preserve and Ichetucknee Springs SP.
Handicap Accessible?: No
Main Area of Focus: Natural Resources Mgmt
Further Details
AmeriCorps Eligible: Eligible
Driving Logistics: Required
Melrose is 4.3 miles away and does offer some amenities such as a grocery store and library, but any sort of entertainment or other recreational opportunities are further away and will require a car to get to Gainesville which is about 20 miles away.
Housing or Stipend Provided?
A. Partner will provide suitable housing for the member
3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom cabin overlooking a small lake. Both interns would be given their own private room.
Indoor/Outdoor: Outside
US Citizenship: Yes