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24-01051
Forestry Equipment Technician
Pay Grade
13
Salary
$3,347.98 - $4,628.66 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources
Location
326 Tree Nursery Rd
West Liberty, KY 41472 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
West Liberty, KY 41472 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the Commonwealth.
If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page at https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx.
By joining the Division of Forestry/Forest Management Branch/Nursery Section as a Forestry Equipment Supervisor in Morgan County, you will have the opportunity to provide technical and mechanical support to the Nurseries' Environmental Control Supervisor and Forestry Program Specialists with equipment-related needs.
Holders of the Forestry Equipment Technician position will complete tasks such as:
If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page at https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx.
By joining the Division of Forestry/Forest Management Branch/Nursery Section as a Forestry Equipment Supervisor in Morgan County, you will have the opportunity to provide technical and mechanical support to the Nurseries' Environmental Control Supervisor and Forestry Program Specialists with equipment-related needs.
Holders of the Forestry Equipment Technician position will complete tasks such as:
- Supervises the use and maintenance of Forestry Equipment, and inspects equipment for safety, service needs, and general appearance.
- Maintains inventory of nursery equipment, and prepares and maintains service records.
- Assists when necessary in all aspects of nursery operations.
- Maintains security of the Morgan County Nursery, and oversees the nursery's building and grounds maintenance.
- Assists branches with wildfire suppression and other projects as required or assigned, and serves on the division's mobilization team during wildfire and all-risk emergencies when needed.
- Ability to work independently
- Effective communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Proficient knowledge and use of tools, equipment, and information technology
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have five years of forestry and/or equipment maintenance and repair experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Vocational school in the field of automobile or diesel mechanics will substitute on a year for year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification. Upon employment, must furnish to the agency's appointing authority title documentation that he or she possesses a valid commercial driver's license or a valid commercial driver's license commiserate with the type of commercial vehicle being utilized by the agency. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Travel will be required. Incumbent will be exposed to hazards associated with working on light or heavy equipment. Work can be under adverse conditions due to weather, topography, or when suppressing wild land fires. Adverse conditions could be present when assisting in all-risk emergency response when mobilized. Duties are typically performed within the Commonwealth of Kentucky; however, some functions may occur in other states.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Joanna Phillips at joanna.phillips@ky.gov or 270-493-2795.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
