LOCATION: WINNEMUCCA, NV TITLE: RANGE TECHNICIAN SCHEDULE (FT/PT): FT/TEMPORARY TRAVEL REQUIRED: YES CLEARANCE: NO Incorporated in 2011, North Wind Resource Consulting's core capabilities include environmental documentation and permitting; natural and cultural resource surveys; wildlife and botanical expertise; National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) technical services; historic and prehistoric surveys; environmental consultation such as Section 106 for cultural resources, Section 404 for wetlands, and Section 7 for endangered species); and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping capabilities. North Wind Resource Consulting maintains offices across the country. North Wind Resource Consulting is a small disadvantaged business. JOB DESCRIPTION

Range Technicians work in crews of 2-3 people to monitor vegetation and range health around Nevada and surrounding states. Successful applicants will have been trained in the NRCS's National Resources Inventory (NRI) methodology and will apply knowledge of plants and soils interactions to determine ecological site and interpret indicators of rangeland health on randomized plots throughout the project area. Calibration with senior North Wind botanists and NRCS range staff is required to assess accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in range science, soil science, biology, botany or a related field. 
• Experience with keying vegetation to species is essential for the position. 
• Ability to work away from home for up to eight days at a time is required, and camping may be necessary. 
• Attention to detail is paramount. 
• Preference given to candidates with experience conducting vegetation monitoring, especially line-point intercept and gap intercept and/or experience characterizing soils and determining soil stability.
• Experience using InReach GPS to navigate and update crew status preferred.
• College level soil science.
• Knowledge of local flora and USDA plant codes.
• Experience with off-road driving and use of ATV.
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions.
• CPR/First Aid certified.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.