Environmental Field Technician

Sea & Shoreline; Florida; Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 41.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Mentorship

On-the-job training

Zusammenfassung

Sea & Shoreline is seeking a field-based team member who thrives on being on the water and can keep equipment running in the Florida outdoors. You will plant seagrass, operate boats, and assist biologists on restoration projects across Southwest Florida.

A water-native, mechanically inclined candidate who cares about waterways is essential. The role involves travel across Florida, full days outdoors in heat, and working with field teams to collect data and set up sites.

Qualifikationen

• Strong swimmer required.
• Hands-on mechanical ability with basic troubleshooting.
• Physically capable of full days outdoors in Florida heat and humidity.
• Familiar with Florida waterways and local environment.
• Interest in marine biology, aquatic restoration, or marine construction; curiosity and care about the work.

Aufgaben

• Get in the water daily to plant seagrass and aquatic vegetation and support habitat restoration.
• Trailer and operate boats to access project sites.
• Assist with data collection and site setup/breakdown.
• Keep field equipment running and perform basic maintenance.
• Follow safety protocols at all times and adapt to shifting conditions.

Kenntnisse

Strong swimmer

Hands-on mechanical ability

Physically capable

Familiar with Florida waterways

Interest in marine biology/restoration

Jobbeschreibung

Sea & Shoreline restores Florida’s aquatic ecosystems, and we’re looking for someone who is at home on the water, knows how to keep equipment running, and genuinely cares about what happens to this river. No degree required — but you have to show up ready to work and willing to get wet. Every day.

Location and Travel

If you love being on the move, this role delivers. We work across Florida — from the Keys to the Panhandle and everywhere in between. Expect to travel regularly with your team, staying on-site for up to four nights a week. Fridays are half-days: field time, travel, or office wrap-up depending on where the project stands. We fully cover mileage and per diem. Reliable transportation is required, and a willingness to embrace the adventure of fieldwork is key.

What You’ll Do

• Get in the water — daily. Plant seagrass and aquatic vegetation, support habitat restoration, and do the hands‑on work that makes a real difference in the Caloosahatchee
• Trailer and operate boats to access project sites — you know your way around a ramp and a vessel, and build trust with your team in how you operate
• Help drive and operate boats on the water alongside the project team — comfort and situational awareness on the water is essential
• Keep equipment running in the field — basic mechanical troubleshooting, routine maintenance, knowing what you can fix on the spot, and when to call it in
• Support biologists and project leads with field tasks, data collection, and site setup/breakdown
• Follow safety protocols every time — on the boat, in the water, on the job site
• Adapt when things shift — weather, tides, gear, schedules. You stay focused and find a way

What We’re Looking For

This is not a desk job, and it’s not a casual outdoor gig. We’re looking for someone who is water-native, mechanically capable, and genuinely invested in Southwest Florida’s waterways.

• Comfortable trailering and operating boats — you will be core to getting us where we need to be to work
• Strong swimmer — you will be in the water in variable conditions, including low visibility
• Hands‑on mechanical ability — you can troubleshoot a problem, handle basic maintenance, and know when something needs a professional
• Physically capable of full days outdoors in Florida heat and humidity; able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs
• Familiar with Florida waterways — someone who grew up here, moved here, and knows these waters has a real edge
• Interest in marine biology, aquatic restoration, or marine construction — formal education not required, but curiosity and care about the work absolutely are
• Reliable, shows up on time, and has their crew’s back
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Bonus Points

• Fishing, boating, or diving experience in and around Florida waters
• SCUBA certification or interest in getting certified
• Any coursework or hands‑on experience in biology, marine science, or environmental work
• Boating Safety Certificate or USCG operator experience
• CPR / First Aid / AED certification (or willingness to get certified — we’ll help)
• Experience with outboard or diesel engine maintenance

What You’ll Get

• $20/hr with overtime opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and disability insurance
• Mileage reimbursement and per diem for field travel
• On‑job training and real mentorship from experienced biologists and restoration specialists
• A front‑row seat to meaningful environmental work in your own backyard

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre‑employment drug screen. Sea & Shoreline is an equal opportunity employer.