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Two people from a crew measuring bushes through a tape

Job Opening - Field crew 2026 positions

  • by Oscar Garcia Companys

Under the general supervision of the PI the 6 Field Crew positions will consist of two different crews (three people in each), working one after the other to a maximum of 1000 hours each. The Field Crew positions require following several established data collection protocols. The protocols relate to measuring shrub species and some trees; to destructively sample individuals of target species; to collect litter; and to sample soils. Plants will be identified to species and measurements made of vegetation status, size, density, cover, etc., as well as measurements of landscape characteristics. The Field Crew will provide scientific insight and feedback to field coordinator and rest of project team from UC Davis based on observation of field sites. The Field Crew will assist Crew Leader to ensure that equipment and data are managed properly. #CA-AR

Apply By Date: 3/18/26 at 11:59pm

POSITION INFORMATION

  • Salary or Pay Range: $22.11-$26.05/hour
  • Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
  • Salary Grade: 194
  • UC Job Title: LAB AST 2
  • UC Job Code: 009603
  • Number of Positions: 6
  • Appointment Type: Staff: Limited
  • Percentage of Time: 25% Variable
  • Shift (Work Schedule): TBD
  • Location: Davis
  • Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
  • Benefits Eligible:
  • This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

  • Wilderness First Aid certified (certification may be accomplished after job offer is made, with registration cost paid by the employer)
  • Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
  • No minimum education required
  • Experience in vegetation sampling techniques
  • Experience in backcountry camping; Experience using hand tools to cut bushes (pruning shears, chainsaw, etc.)
  • Experience in ecology, forestry, botany, range science, or related natural science field
  • Knowledge of and experience Mobile Apps for data entry purposes
  • Knowledge of ecology, forestry, botany, range science, or related natural science field 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in shrub and forest vegetation data collection methods
  • Knowledge/experience with Laboratory tasks (e.g., vegetation sample sorting, drying and weighing)
  • Ability to identify California plants to the species level using a dichotomous key
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude in physically demanding and/or uncomfortable conditions
  • Laboratory and/ Field tasks (e.g., vegetation sample sorting, drying and weighing) 

Key Responsibilities

90% - Field Work
5% - Data Entry / Quality Control
5% - Laboratory Tasks
 

More information and applications here (Job ID84517)