Ecological Restoration Technician

EnviroScience Inc.

Part time Seasonal

The Ecological Restoration Technician will assist in the implementation and maintenance of ecological restoration projects. This role involves working on diverse restoration activities including native plant installations invasive species management habitat monitoring and data collection. The technician will work closely with a team of ecologists project managers and other technicians to ensure the success of restoration efforts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Field Work

Assist in the planting watering and maintenance of native vegetation.

Implement invasive species control measures such as manual removal herbicide application and mechanical control.

Conduct habitat restoration activities including streambank stabilization erosion control and wetland restoration.

Perform soil preparation seed collection and seeding of restoration sites.

Collect and record field data accurately and efficiently.

Monitoring and Data Collection

Monitor restoration sites to assess plant health invasive species presence and overall project success.

Use GPS and GIS tools to map and document site conditions and project progress.

Equipment and Safety :

Operate and maintain field equipment and tools including hand tools power tools and herbicide sprayers.

Follow all safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues.

Maintain equipment inventory and ensure proper storage and transportation.

Collaboration and Communication

Work collaboratively with project teams landowners and volunteers.

Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding project status challenges and needs.

Participate in training sessions and team meetings.

Reporting and Documentation

Assist in the preparation of progress reports and project documentation.

Document field activities with photographs notes and data entry.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : Currently pursuing or holding a bachelors degree in an environmental science related field (Restoration Ecology Conservation Biology Botany Forestry).

Experience : W ith invasive and native vegetation identification and with native plant installation or maintenance.

Professional experience operating and servicing power tools including chainsaws brush saws and augers.

Ability to trailer equipment including UTVs Argos boats and heavy machinery.

Experience with AutoCAD or GIS.

Preferred Qualifications :

The ideal candidate would have a multidisciplinary background in botany land stewardship natural resource management and environmental construction.

A n Ohio Department of Agriculture Commercial Applicator License in the categories of 3A 4A 5 CORE is preferred but not .

Desired Skills :

Creative problem solver

Effective commun icator of complex problems

Passion for restoring habitat in Ohio and surrounding areas

Proficiency with AutoCAD GIS and basic computer software (e.g. Microsoft Office).

Ability to perform physically demanding work in various outdoor conditions.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position is outdoors in all types of terrain and weather sometimes in remote and challenging locations . If this sounds like a good fit for you wed love to learn more about your work experience and your strengths.

Additional :

Department & Division : 4 3 0 Restoration Services

Exempt Status : Non- Exempt

Reports to

• : Varies

Works with Inside Company :

Internal Restoration Team

Field leadership & personnel

Works with Outside Company :

Consultants and vendors as necessary

Supervisor Responsibilities :

None

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time

Repeat motions that may include the wrist hands and / or fingers

W ork that includes lifting / carrying objects up to 5 0 lbs. Team lifting items exceeding 50lbs may occur.

Communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see read write and speak.

Re quires standing walking reaching stooping kneeling crouching

Regularly works outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Requires physical exertion including lifting heavy objects standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks.

May involve working in remote locations and potentially hazardous environments.

Includes the ability to trailer equipment including UTVs Argos boats and heavy machinery.

Walking for periods of time including maneuvering uneven uphill and downhill terrain

We are an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religious creed national origin physical or mental disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company : EnviroScience

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1