Job Description

Position Summary

Several Hourly Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) Vegetation Work Crew (Technical/Support I) positions are available at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii with Colorado State University (CSU) and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML).

The position conducts soil stabilization and vegetation management activities in support of the LRAM component of the Army’s Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) Program at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, by utilizing light equipment and hand tools such as weed whackers, shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes, and chainsaws. The operation of mowers, straw blowers, tractors, and skid steers may also be required. The work location is located on the US Army Garrison Schofield Barracks, Oahu, Hawaii.

Full Consideration Date:

July 1, 2026

Work Unit Description

Schofield Barracks was established in 1908 to provide mobile defense of Pearl Harbor and the entire island. Located 20 miles from Honolulu on the plateau or “central valley” of Oahu between the two volcanic mountains that comprise the island, the nearly 18,000-acre installation is home to the U.S. Army Garrison, Hawaii.

Essential Job Duties

• Utilize light equipment and hand tools such as weed whackers, shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes, and chainsaws.

• Follow directions, work collectively with others as a team, and maintain safe working standards.

Conditions of Employment

The positions cannot exceed 9 months, but opportunities for permanent positions may become available during or after a temporary assignment. These positions are contingent on continued project funding for support at Scholfield Barracks. Remote work is not allowed for this position. Work location is dependent on the needs of the partner/project/role and requires staff to be fully in-person.

Supervision

Position will not supervise other employees.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work in-person at Schofield Barracks, HI. Remote work is not available with this position.

• A High school Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or equivalent.

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout the course of employment.

• At least 6 months of experience with running and maintaining:

  • Handheld power equipment (trimmers, tillers, chainsaws, etc.)

  • Manual tools (shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes etc.)

  • Pickup trucks with and without trailers

• Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor under all weather conditions (e.g., heat and humidity). Able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly, without assistance.

• Be able to follow directions, work collectively with others as a team, and maintain safe working standards.

• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills.

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge and experience working with the Department of the Army or other federal land-management agencies

• Knowledge and experience necessary to facilitate:

  • Work site revegetation

  • Land clearing

  • Site preparations

  • Soil stabilization

• Experience with land rehabilitation, horizontal construction techniques, and erosion control practices.

• Working knowledge and experience working with the Department of the Army or other federal land-management agencies.

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

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