Ecosystem Restoration Technician (Seasonal)

Stantec; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to environmental conservation as an Ecosystem Restoration Technician. This seasonal position offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse projects aimed at restoring and managing prairies, wetlands, and woodlands. You will collaborate with experienced professionals while gaining hands-on experience in invasive species control, native planting, and ecological assessments. With a focus on safety and quality, you'll contribute to meaningful initiatives that make a real impact on natural habitats. If you're passionate about the environment and eager to develop your skills in the natural resources field, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase program

Paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Ability to identify invasive species and apply control methods.
• Experience with ecological restoration and natural area assessments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills in field tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support ecosystem restoration projects in various natural areas.
• Conduct tasks such as invasive species control and native planting.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health and environmental standards.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Invasive species identification

Ecological restoration techniques

Attention to detail

Ability to work outdoors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate or associate’s degree in environmental discipline

Tools

Chainsaws

Herbicide sprayers

ATVs / UTVs

Tractors

Skid loaders

Job description

Ecosystem Restoration Technician (Seasonal) - ( 24000440 )

Description

More than 3,000 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international team with local expertise. You could say we know a little something about the environment. Our passion for it drives our work. Grounded by safety, quality, and ethics, we know what it takes to balance competing project interests with creativity and efficiency. We know what to look for. And we know how to get the job done—the right way. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

Advance your career in the natural resources field by gaining experience supporting projects to conserve, restore, and manage prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and other native habitats while expanding your network to include industry-leading scientists and environmental professionals.

This ecosystem restoration team works on a variety of projects in natural areas including properties owned by forest preserve districts, state and federal agencies, municipalities, energy providers, and private landowners.

This is a short term full-time (40 hours per week) seasonal position. This position supports projects on a seasonal basis, anticipated to start in March 2025 through October 2025. The length of employment can be extended or converted to long term based on an employee’s demonstrated exemplary performance. Start and end dates can be flexible to accommodate academic schedules.

Project sites are generally within 60-90 miles of the two local offices, Monee and Naperville.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Working with field crews to carry-out tasks related to ecosystem restoration and management on sites ranging from one to 100s of acres.

• Specific job tasks include invasive species identification and control (herbicide application, cutting, and mowing), native seeding and planting, prescribed burning, and brush and tree removal. Depending on experience and proficiency, equipment operation and tools to conduct the above tasks may include the use of light and heavy-duty trucks and trailers, chainsaws, brush saws, herbicide sprayers, ATVs / UTVs, tractors, and skid loaders with various attachments.

• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as plant identification, invasive species control methods, ecological restoration techniques, and natural area assessments.

• Lead field efforts for planning, collection, and documentation of field and written/tabular data for various restoration tasks.

• Implementing a safety-first mindset and applying all established health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) standards during all office and field operations.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Positive, safety-first attitude.

• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

• Organized and capable of leading work assignments with attention to detail.

• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels and Safety Data Sheets and apply herbicides following label instructions and safety procedures.

• Commitment to producing high quality in-field work products.

• Ability to walk 4-6 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

• Ability to obtain state Pesticide Applicators licenses within one month, including applicable categories for herbicide application in natural areas and aquatic environments.

• A good driving record and valid state driver's license.

• Where lawful and at Stantec’s discretion, your passing drug and alcohol testing.

Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• Pursuing or have obtained undergraduate or associate’s degree in an environmental discipline, preferred.

• 0 to 1 years of experience in natural areas management techniques including herbicide applications, cutting / mowing, controlled burning, and native planting.

Hiring Season : Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis starting in Fall 2024. If there is a delay in receiving a response, applications will remain active. Best efforts are given to review applications timely; however, hiring is handled in cycles.

Past Applicants : Past applicants are encouraged to reapply if not selected from previous years.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Salary Range(s):

• $21.00 Per Hour - $28.00 Per Hour Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO, HI, MD and IL

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-Illinois-Naperville

Other Locations : United States-Illinois-Monee

Organization : BC-2390 EnvSvcs-US ERI

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 19, 2025, 2:32:23 PM

Req ID: 24000440

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans