Description: The Great Basin Institute, in cooperation with the Nevada Division of Forestry, is recruiting for a Forestry Crew Member. The position will be part of a 9 person crew cutting and chipping Pinon, Juniper and brush as part of a fuels management and forest health program funded by the Recovery Act. The project areas will be within state parks and highway rights-of-way in the Pioche, Nevada area. The crew will be camping at the project sites and working 8 consecutive 10-hr shifts followed by 6 days off. Timeline: o July 20, 2009 – November 20, 2009 o Full time, 40 hours per week Location: o Pioche, NV Qualifications: o Experience in the safe use of chain saws and chippers and in the maintenance of chain saws and chippers a plus; o Motivated, self-starter and detail oriented; o Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse public; o Ability to work in harsh and rapidly changing environments; o Possess a valid, state-issued drivers license and clean driving record; o Ability to work productively as part of a team to accomplish mutual goals and follow safe working practices; o Tolerant of working in variable weather conditions, willing and able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions. How to Apply: Qualified and interested applicants should forward a cover letter, their résumé, and three professional references to Bridget Walden, Great Basin Institute Human Resources Coordinator, at bwalden@thegreatbasininstitute.org. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line. Location: Pioche, NV Compensation: Rate of Pay: $13.18 per hour, Health benefits, Camping per diem This is a contract job. This is at a non-profit organization. Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. idaho