What We Can Achieve Together:

The West Texas Maintenance Technician maintains facilities, tools and equipment, mechanical systems and vehicles, and preserve areas for the Texas Chapter’s West Texas program. The West Texas program includes the following preserves: Independence Creek, Dolan Falls, Diamond Y Spring, Davis Mountains, Marathon Grasslands, Sandia Springs, and any other preserves that may be acquired in the West Texas area.

The West Texas Maintenance Technician operates heavy machinery, removes invasive species and/or assists in monitoring and researching native and invasive species, assists with coordination of preserve management plans, and may assist in prescribed burns, conservation easement monitoring, and welcoming and assisting guests to the preserves, as needed.

This position will be based at the Independence Creek Preserve near Dryden, TX and requires that you live on the TNC property known as the Foreman House. Travels within West Texas approximately 25% of the time, with periodic overnight and multiple night trips, and work flexible hours that may include weekends.

May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair buildings, fences, gates, water systems, and other infrastructure.

• Service and maintain vehicles, UTVs/ATVs, and heavy equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Operate heavy machinery for land management activities, including road maintenance and habitat restoration.

• Remove invasive and exotic species; assist with monitoring and research of native and invasive species.

• Assist in land management activities that enhance the conservation values of the West Texas preserves, such as herbicide application, mowing/weed-eating, brush control, etc.

• As needed, maintain a flexible work schedule, including occasional night and weekend work, welcome and assist preserve guests, assist in conservation easement monitoring and prescribed fire operations in west Texas and across the state.

We’re Looking for You:

Are you looking for a career to help people and nature? Guided by science, TNC creates innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that people and nature can thrive together. We’re looking for someone who is a passionate, motivated problem-solver. Come join TNC and apply today!

What You’ll Bring:

• AS/Technical or vocational degree in science-related field and 1-year related experience in custodial and ecological land management or similar field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience operating and/or repairing various types of equipment and machinery.

• Experience working with electrical, plumbing, welding, and concrete.

• Experience in ecological land management principles.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to recognize plant and animal species to complete preserve management activities.

• Knowledge/understanding of current trends and practices in conservation, land management, and natural resource preservation/conservation or similar field.

• Trade certification(s) in any of the following fields: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, welding, or other, related fields.

• Ability to complete tasks independently with respect to timeline(s).

• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers, Email).

• Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $37,000 - $42,000. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

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