Field Technician | Clarksville, TN

Austin Peay State University’s (APSU) Southeastern Grasslands Institute (SGI) invites applications for a Field Technician position based in Clarksville, TN. The Field Technician will be responsible for carrying out restoration and land management work at a diverse array of national parks across the Southern and Eastern US. There may also be some limited opportunities to assist with vegetation monitoring. The Field Technician will travel extensively throughout the year, typically working an 8-day-on/6-day-off hitch schedule, with overnight stays and travel expenses covered by grant funds. Up to 90% of the time will be spent in the field. The Field Technician will receive daily direction from a Lead Field Technician and directly report to SGI’s Interior Plateau Grasslands Coordinator.

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Indigenous Land Stewardship technician

Summary | Clarksville, TN

Austin Peay State University’s (APSU) Southeastern Grasslands Institute (SGI) invites applications for one seasonal Indigenous Land Stewardship Technician position to restore native grassland ecosystems throughout Middle Tennessee. This hands-on, field-based role involves invasive species control, seed collection, prescribed fire implementation, and other restoration activities under the oversight and training of the restoration team. SGI is especially seeking candidates with knowledge of, or strong connections to, Indigenous communities. A key part of this role is helping to reintroduce Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and Indigenous land stewardship practices into our restoration work. The position is located in Clarksville, TN (45 miles from Nashville, TN). This is a six-month position starting at $20 per hour for 37.5 hours per week. The Technician will receive daily direction from a Lead Restoration Technician, working as an integral part of the restoration program.

Position Dates:

April 2026-September 2026 (may be flexible). The application deadline is April 1, 2026, and will be extended if necessary

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