Temporary Park Worker II - Horticulture at State of Nebraska in Ashland, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33



Location:

Ashland, NE



Hiring Rate:

$15.294



Job Posting:

JR2025-00015229 Temporary Park Worker II - Horticulture (Open)



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Job Description:

Assist the Assistant Horticulturist in; natural resource stewardship activities, hazard tree management, and landscape install and maintenance. Assist in the implementation of prescribed fire. Assist in invasive species control, timber stand improvement, brush removal/piling, native seed collection/processing. Assist in hazard tree assessment, mitigation, and documentation. Operate various equipment to include but not limited to, chainsaws, brush cutters, pole saws, string trimmers with grass blades, tractors, and skid steers. Assist in installing new landscapes, landscape maintenance, and tree plantings. Assist in other duties as assigned.



Requirements / Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Experience working in a recreational area, scenic attraction or historical setting, retail or customer service setting, agricultural setting, or related coursework/training or experience.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


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Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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