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Dragonfly Pond Works

Field Technician- Laborer

Auburn, GA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

... seed, mixing bags of concrete by hand, and using a shovel to move gravel) * May be asked to work in confined spaces, may have to enter and crawl in pipes and precast structures * Collection of ...

PRT

Administrative Specialist

Doerun, GA · On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 ... Support the site with data collection and inventory of all consumables and our seedlings.

PRT

Administrative Specialist

Doerun, GA · On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

With 27 Nurseries & 14 Seed Orchards across the US and Canada, we annually cultivate over 630 ... Support the site with data collection and inventory of all consumables and our seedlings.

Stord

Program Manager, Internal Systems

Atlanta, GA

Hundreds of leading DTC and B2B companies like AG1, True Classic, Native, Seed Health, quip, goodr ... Partner with Security and Finance to keep our SOC controls, evidence collection, and audit calendar ...

Stord

Program Manager, Internal Systems

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Hundreds of leading DTC and B2B companies like AG1, True Classic, Native, Seed Health, quip, goodr ... Partner with Security and Finance to keep our SOC controls, evidence collection, and audit calendar ...

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How much do seed collection jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for seed collection in Georgia is $15.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.80 and $16.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a seed collection?

A Seed Collection job involves gathering seeds from plants in natural habitats for conservation, reforestation, or research purposes. Workers identify target species, collect seeds responsibly, and document collection data. This role may require travel, fieldwork, and knowledge of plant identification and ecology. Seed collectors often work for environmental organizations, government agencies, or botanical institutions. Proper handling and storage of seeds are essential to maintain their viability for future use.

What does a seed collection worker do?

A typical day in Seed Collection often involves traveling to specific field sites, identifying target plants, and carefully gathering mature seeds according to established guidelines. You may spend considerable time outdoors, sometimes in remote areas or varying weather conditions, and will document your findings using data sheets or digital devices. Collaboration with botanists, ecologists, or agricultural teams is common, especially when planning collection strategies or delivering collected materials. Your work may also include cleaning, sorting, and storing seeds to ensure their viability for future use. This role requires both independent fieldwork and teamwork, offering a dynamic work environment for those passionate about plant conservation and research.

What skills and qualifications are needed for seed collection?

To thrive in Seed Collection, you need knowledge of plant identification, basic botanical fieldwork, and physical fitness to handle outdoor environments. Familiarity with GPS devices, data recording tools, and sometimes certifications in botany or natural resources management are often beneficial. Attention to detail, patience, and strong observational skills help you excel in tracking seed sources and documenting findings accurately. These abilities ensure the integrity and success of conservation projects, ecological restoration efforts, and agricultural breeding programs that depend on high-quality seed sourcing.

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Infographic showing various Seed Collection job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,947 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Fort Stewart, GA

Colorado State University

Fort Stewart, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Position Summary
A Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) temporary hourly position is available with Colorado State University (CSU) and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) at Fort Stewart, Georgia. The minimum duration of this position is 3 months, depending on funding, however, employment will not exceed 9 months.
Support will involve work efforts that include operating heavy equipment (e.g., forestry shredder, tractor, loader/backhoe) for midstory thinning and vegetation management, equipment maintenance and repairs, transporting heavy equipment (5th wheel tractor/trailer), mowing/shredding midstory vegetation, mulching midstory hardwoods, and restoring native vegetation in the training lands. Additionally, this position may help maintain and enhance threatened and endangered species habitat through a variety of land management activities including, road maintenance, reforestation, wiregrass seed harvesting and planting support.
Fort Stewart is a United States Army installation located near Hinesville, Georgia, approximately 42 miles southwest of Savannah. The 280,000-acre installation hosts a variety of diverse training habitats including forest and woodland ecosystems. The installation supports year-round training from all branches of the armed services in a variety of realistic training scenarios.
Essential Job Duties
Heavy Equipment Operation - Habitat Restoration
  • Operate and transport heavy equipment including, but not limited to, forestry shredders, dump trucks, skid steers, bull dozers, excavators, motor graders, backhoes, agricultural tractors, utility trailers, heavy-duty trailers, and semi-trucks. Determine appropriate equipment use, transport methods, and job site deployment.
  • Duties performed may include but are not limited to, forest midstory hardwood thinning and vegetation management, land clearing, road maintenance, soil stabilization efforts, native grass seed collection and planting, and maintaining threatened and endangered species habitat.

Heavy Equipment Maintenance and Repairs
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered heavy construction equipment.
  • Perform and document comprehensive pre-trip inspections on all heavy equipment, vehicles (e.g., dump trucks, pickup trucks, water trucks), and trailers.

Reporting
  • Complete administrative tasks to include online training, time reporting, and task deliverables. Detail-oriented tracking of materials, equipment, progress, and labor for preparation of daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly reports used to communicate with the supervisor and onsite government representative.

Conditions of Employment
  • Ability to work in-person at Fort Stewart, GA.
  • Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires).
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and Class A CDL and meet CSU standards for driving throughout the course of employment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the Georgia Level 1A Erosion and Sedimentation Certification required for moving/disturbing soil.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly without assistance. Physically able to work outdoors and perform strenuous labor under all hazardous working conditions (e.g., intense heat, cold, high humidity, noxious plants and animals).
  • Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employment by CSU.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by the proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Supervision
This position does not have supervisory duties.
Minimum Qualifications
  • A High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or equivalent.
  • A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience operating heavy equipment in land management, restoration, rehabilitation, or another similar capacity utilizing equipment such as forestry shredders, bulldozers, dump trucks, excavators, front-end loaders/backhoes, skid steers, agricultural tractors, motor-graders, light and heavy-duty trailers, and semi-trucks.
  • Experience performing operational, routine, and operator maintenance and inspections on all equipment to maintain operational readiness/safety and to keep machinery, equipment, and tools in good working condition.
  • Able to properly load, secure, and transport all heavy equipment with a range of trailers on both paved and dirt roads.
  • Experience in facilitating planting operations, land clearing, site preparations, soil stabilization, grading, and road maintenance.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to follow directions and work collaboratively with others as part of a team.
  • Proficient use of computers, spreadsheets, and email programs for documenting work completion, communication, task tracking and other administrative tasks. Experience documenting and maintaining detailed records and creating electronic reports using the Microsoft Office suite of products.

Preferred Qualifications
  • More than two (2) years professional experience operating heavy equipment in a land restoration, rehabilitation, management, or a similar capacity.
  • Experience working on military lands.
  • Experience collecting and planting native grass seeds.
  • Pesticide/herbicide application experience and experience in invasive species management.
  • Experience with land rehabilitation, horizontal construction techniques, and erosion control practices specific to State and/or EPA approved Best Management Practices (BMPs) required to achieve compliance.
  • Ability to read and navigate using maps, GIS applications, aerial photographs, compasses, and GPS units.

Salary Range
$20.00 to $30.00 an hour
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
  • Review our detailed benefits information here.
  • Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.
  • Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Colorado State University is one of the nation’s top public Tier 1 Research universities and an institution on the rise. Our Ram success is driven by an ambition to be excellent in all we do combined with an unparalleled location that is one of the fastest-growing and most vibrant areas in the country. CSU is a higher education destination for working and learning for faculty, staff, and students from across Colorado, the nation, and around the globe. CSU has produced record enrollment in the past decade, built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success, experienced record fundraising and research expenditures that keep hitting new highs year-after-year, and our faculty are known nationally and internationally for their groundbreaking research. Among other recognition for research and creative scholarship, CSU was recognized in 2022 as one of 10 top research institutions in the world contributing to solving the COVID pandemic. CSU is thriving, with a five-year average enrollment of more than 33,400 students. The record-setting 2022 incoming class of 5,517 students reflects 25% from diverse populations and 24% who were first in their families to attend college. CSU graduates find success with 85% securing a job related to their career plans within six months of graduation. More than nine out of 10 Rams would select CSU again, demonstrating the quality of the campus and learning environments.

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