Conservation Restoration Technician — Field Work

The Nature Conservancy; Swanton (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) with 8% match

Parental leave

Accrued paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Oak Openings Restoration Crew Member will maintain preserve areas and support ecological restoration across the Oak Openings Region. You will control invasive species, apply restoration techniques, and possibly operate heavy equipment in varied field settings.

Based at the Kitty Todd Nature Preserve, you will join a hands-on team, work outdoors in diverse weather, and handle data entry and equipment maintenance to support conservation outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1 year’s training in a science-related field or related experience in land management.
• Experience recognizing plant and animal species.
• Experience operating equipment safely and efficiently (e.g. lawn mower, chainsaw, UTV, ATV or OHV, two-way radio).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Must obtain related licenses or certifications (e.g. First Aid, CPR, Certified Pesticide Applicator License, Firefighter Type II).

Responsibilities

• Maintain preserve areas frequented by the public and perform land management activities.
• Control invasive plants and conduct ecological restoration activities.
• Operate heavy machinery as needed (e.g., tractor, skid steer).
• Assist in preparing fire breaks and with controlled burns.
• Maintain restoration tools, equipment, and vehicles and manage ecological data.

Skills

Plant species identification

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Licenses/certifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn mower

Chainsaw

UTV/ATV/OHV

Two-way radio

Job description

The Oak Openings Restoration Crew Member will maintain preserve areas and support ecological restoration across the Oak Openings Region. You will control invasive species, apply restoration techniques, and possibly operate heavy equipment in varied field settings.

Based at the Kitty Todd Nature Preserve, you will join a hands-on team, work outdoors in diverse weather, and handle data entry and equipment maintenance to support conservation outcomes.