Summer Field Technician

Summary

The host employer for this Summer Internship position through the Clean Leadership program will be LaHave River Salmon Association . In this position, you will be mainly responsible for aiding in planning and completing habitat restoration projects on the west branch of the LaHave River. This will include but not be limited to in-stream restoration, acid rain mitigation, invasive species management, and coordinating public events. The successful candidate needs to be organized, be proficient in oral and written communication, enjoy working as part of a team while being self-motivated, enjoy the outdoors, have fishing skills and experience on the river, have experience or be willing to do physical labour, and have a desire to learn.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing in stream restoration work

• Spreading lime for acid rain mitigation

• Angling for invasive species and collecting biological data

• Other invasive species management strategies

• Planning educational and fishing events

• Collecting and performing habitat suitability assessments and water quality sampling

• Coordinating presenters and community groups

• Tending to the general improvement habitat of LaHave watershed habitat

Requirements/Qualifications

• Have an aptitude for safe work practices;

• Have the ability to multi-task in a busy work environment;

• Be able to work productively as part of a team while responding to feedback;

• Demonstrating an interest in future employment in the environmental or clean sector is considered an asset;

• Be willing to complete various training programs to complete summer tasks

Working Conditions

Part of this job will require the intern to work outside near water. Experience wading through water and owning waders and other water safety equipment are an asset.

Physical Requirements

The habitat restoration part of this project will be physically demanding, and will require lifting hauling and using a shovel.

Application

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