JOB SUMMARY: This Biological Science Technician position is located at Zion National Park, in Springdale, Utah and will assist with vegetation management at Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument. This is a permanent, full-time, Career-Seasonal position, subject to non-pay up to 1 pay period (2 weeks) each year, scheduled between mid-December and late-December. See "Duties" section for more details. MAJOR DUTIES: This Biological Science Technician position is located at Zion National Park, in Springdale, Utah and will assist with vegetation management at Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument. This is a permanent, full-time, Career-Seasonal position, subject to non-pay up to 1 pay period (2 weeks) each year, scheduled between mid-December and late-December. Career-Seasonal appointments include the same benefits as year-round Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis. Major Duties: Assist with vegetation management at Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument. Develop and implement invasive vegetation control projects in front and backcountry locations. Responsibilities include prioritizing projects, selecting appropriate invasive plant control method, leading work crews and managing field data. Work involves the use of herbicides. Work requires regular physical exertion including hiking several miles in a day while lifting & carrying up to 50 pounds. Backcountry Work: You may be required to travel and/or camp overnight away from home up to 4 or more nights per month, to include backcountry work and camping. There is a lot of backcountry work during the summer and/or warmer months that can last more than 8 days at a time, but rare in winter. Typically, backcountry travel will be with a team camping for up to 4 days and 3 nights at a time. Full performance level for this position is GS-0404-09. Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level. Physical Demands: The work requires regular physical exertion such as walking or climbing over wet, rough, uneven and/or rocky surfaces; bending, crouching, stooping or reaching to observe, collect, and /or record field data; or in some situations the work may require physical exertion to handle wild animals, prepare soil for planting, to scuba dive or operate a boat. Moderately heavy items, such as equipment packs weighing up to 50 pounds, must be lifted and carried on a regular basis. May be required to hike several miles in a day. In other situations, there may be special requirements for agility or dexterity such as exceptional hand/eye coordination. Working Conditions: The work environment varies from office/laboratory settings to field sites. The work performed in the field involves regular and recurring exposure to extreme weather conditions and terrain, poisonous plants, biting insects, and wild animals. The employee is required to use protective clothing such as gowns, coats, boots, goggle, and/or gloves. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.