LRAM Light Equipment Operator/Work Crew – Schofield Barracks, HI

Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/139764

Apply by date: 02/26/2024

Salary Range: $50,000 – $52,000

Position Summary:

CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Colorado State University and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands are seeking applicants for the Land Rehabilitation and Maintenance (LRAM) Light Equipment Operator/Work Crew. This position conducts soil stabilization and vegetation management activities in support of the LRAM component of the Army’s Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) Program at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, by utilizing light equipment and hand tools such as tractors, mowers, straw blowers, hydro-seeders, skid-steers, shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes, and chainsaws.

Work will be on-site at Schofield Barracks and its associate sub-installations, Oahu, Hawaii. Schofield Barracks was established in 1908 to provide mobile defense of Pearl Harbor and the entire island. Located 20 miles from Honolulu on the plateau or “central valley” of Oahu between the two volcanic mountains that comprise the island, the nearly 18,000-acre installation is home to the U.S. Army Garrison, Hawaii.

Required Qualifications:             

• A High school Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Experience with running and maintaining:

  – Small agricultural tractors

  – Mowers

  – Skid-Steers

  – Hand held power equipment (trimmers, tillers, chainsaws, etc.)

  – Manual tools (shovels, root rakes, pick axes, brush axes etc.)

• Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor under all weather conditions (e.g., heat and humidity)
• Able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly
• Be able to follow directions, work collectively with others as a team, and maintain safe working standards
• Proficient verbal and written English communication skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Employee Benefits:

Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.