Forest Service Spring Internship 2024

Overview

Range Aid Job Description

• Ferron Ranger District
• This job would be supporting the range and ecological resource areas in the monitoring of vegetation and soils conditions on the Manti-La Sal National Forest. This job would also support in up keep of rangeland improvements on the forest as well.

 

Biological Aid Job Description

• Ferron Ranger District
• This job would be supporting the Wildlife Staff in the monitoring of Northern Goshawk, Sage Grouse and vegetation on the Manti-La Sal National Forest. This job would also support other forest disciplines with improvements on the forest as well.

Responsibilities

As a Range Aid your duties may include the following:

• Monitoring of shrubs and herbaceous vegetation.
• Driving 4x4 trucks and ATV's in adverse conditions.
• Monitoring effects of livestock grazing.
• Using GPS equipment to log weed locations.
• Weed removal using chemical and hand tools.
• Carrying Backpack weed sprayers (50 lbs) over rugged terrain.
• Obtain a pesticide applicator permit.
• Hiking long distances while carrying heavy packs.
• Building fence, fixing water troughs and pipelines.
• Recording data onto paper forms and hand held devices.
• Reading maps and orienteering to find remote job sites.
• Follow instructions with little or no oversight.
• Communicate frequently with supervisors to keep them informed.
• Keep safety in mind on all tasks.

 

As a Biological Aid your duties may include the following:

• Monitoring of shrubs and herbaceous vegetation.
• Northern Goshawk Monitoring/ Surveys
• Sage Grouse Summer Brood Rearing Surveys
• Boreal Toad Spring Improvement project
• Special Needs Fishing Day
• Using GPS equipment to find known goshawk nests locations.
• Hiking 10-12 miles daily in steep terrain with downfall logs.
• Hiking long distances while carrying heavy packs.
• Building fence, fixing water troughs and pipelines.
• Recording data onto paper forms and hand held devices.
• Reading maps and orienteering to find remote job sites.
• Follow instructions with little or no oversight.
• Communicate frequently with supervisors to keep them informed.
• Keep safety in mind on all tasks.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Must be enrolled at USU and be 18 years of age.

 

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$13-$15 per hour

ADA

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

 

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empower