Ecological Restoration Technician

ACRT Pacific, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

EnviroScience, Inc. seeks an Ecological Restoration Technician to support restoration projects, including native plant installations, invasive species control, and habitat monitoring. You will work with ecologists and project teams on data collection and field operations in outdoor environments.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and hands-on field work. A bachelor's in environmental science and experience with native vegetation, GIS/AutoCAD, and power tools are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field.
• Experience identifying invasive and native vegetation.
• Experience with native plant installation or maintenance.
• Experience operating and servicing power tools: chainsaws, brush saws, and augers.
• Ability to trailer equipment including UTVs, Argos, boats and heavy machinery.
• Experience with AutoCAD or GIS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planting, watering, and maintaining native vegetation.
• Implement invasive species control measures (manual, herbicide, mechanical).
• Conduct habitat restoration (streambank stabilization, erosion control, wetlands).
• Prepare soil, collect seeds, and seed restoration sites.
• Collect and record field data; use GPS/GIS to map site conditions.

Skills

Invasive/native vegetation ID

Power tool operation

Trailer operation

GPS/GIS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

EnviroScience, Inc. Full 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 bachelor’s degree in an environmental science related field (Restoration Ecology, Conservation Biology, Botany, Forestry).
• Experience: With 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.
• An Ohio Department of Agriculture Commercial Applicator License in the categories of 3A, 4A, 5, CORE is preferred but not required.

Desired Skills

• Creative problem solver
• Effective communicator 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 position is a remote hybrid role, meaning employees will work remotely from the field or home, but may be required to come into the Stow, Ohio office each day or on an as needed basis. Standard office equipment will be provided to work in the office.

Additional

• Department & Division: 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.
• Work that includes lifting/carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Team lifting items exceeding 50lbs may occur.
• Communication with others to exchange information.
• Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.
• Requires 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 UTV’s, Argos, boats, and heavy machinery.
• Walking for periods of time including, maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain.
• *This position is classified as non-exempt based on the job duties.
• **The company reserves the right to make changes to the reporting structure for this position due to business needs.

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 [e-mail] 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 contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)