Conservation Field Tech: Invasive & Native Restoration

Catawba Indian Nation; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Catawba Nation’s Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Biological Field Technician to support field-based conservation and restoration across Tribal lands, focusing on invasive species management and native plant restoration.

Responsibilities include vegetation monitoring, data collection, and accurate entry into databases and reporting systems, working under supervision to advance ecological restoration goals.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of field ecological research or natural resource management.
• Hands-on work in invasive species removal and ecosystem restoration.
• Knowledge and practice of herbicide application for vegetation management.
• Operation and maintenance of power equipment such as mowers and chainsaws.
• Demonstrated responsible care and maintenance of field equipment.
• HS diploma and additional coursework in natural resources or ecology.
• Clean, valid state driver’s license; insurability under Tribe policy.

Responsibilities

• Identify target native invasive plant species and assess priority populations for management and restoration.
• Assist with habitat restoration projects including prairie and riparian restoration.
• Conduct invasive plant management using chemical, mechanical, and manual methods.
• Assist with vegetation removal, site prep, planting, GPS data collection, and monitoring.
• Operate and maintain field equipment such as mowers, chainsaws, and tools.
• Collect, compile, and manage field data for analysis and reporting.
• Prepare technical reports to support project tracking and grant requirements.

Skills

Field ecology

Invasive species management

Data collection

Safety protocols

GPS data collection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Training in natural resources, ecology, or environmental science

Tools

GPS/GIS mapping

Job description

The Catawba Nation’s Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Biological Field Technician to support field-based conservation and restoration across Tribal lands, focusing on invasive species management and native plant restoration.

Responsibilities include vegetation monitoring, data collection, and accurate entry into databases and reporting systems, working under supervision to advance ecological restoration goals.