Environmental Scientist

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Employee-owned company and discounted株

Group Health Plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, seeks an Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, or Biologist to join our Louisville team. The role blends fieldwork with office duties and supports innovative restoration approaches for streams and wetlands.

Ideal candidates hold a four-year degree in environmental sciences and are eager to contribute to multidisciplinary projects, with strong writing and communication skills. Willingness to travel within Kentucky and beyond is required.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation or related fields.
• Experience performing ecological monitoring, consulting experience preferred.
• Native plant identification knowledge preferred.
• Strong technical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent writing and critical thinking skills.
• Willingness to spend long days in the field, in rough terrain and in inclement weather.
• Valid driver''s license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Travel to restoration sites throughout Kentucky; travel to other states may be required.
• Install, maintain and analyze sensor networks.
• Conduct vegetation surveys and vegetation community mapping.
• Develop geospatial data and maps using handheld and GNSS receivers.
• Conduct bat roost tree and habitat surveys.
• Perform stream and wetland delineation and quality assessments.
• Map exotic/invasive species and coordinate with subcontractors for maintenance.
• Contribute to proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations.

Skills

Fieldwork

Writing

Driving license

Technical skills

Ecological monitoring

Field safety

Education

Four-year degree in environmental science / biology / ecology / conservation

Job description

Company

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.

Locations

Louisville, KY

Additional Locations

NA

Work Site

On Site

Req ID

224970

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, or Biologist to join our growing team in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will support a multi-disciplinary team that is at the forefront of developing innovative restoration approaches. The right person for this position will have a passion for restoring degraded streams and wetlands, proven problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. The role will be a mixture of fieldwork and office-based work.

Job Duties

• Travel to restoration sites throughout Kentucky. Travel to other states may be required


• Installation, maintenance and analysis of sensor networks


• Vegetation surveys and vegetation community mapping


• The development of geospatial data and maps, including survey activities using handheld and GNSS receivers


• Bat roost tree and habitat surveys


• Stream and wetland delineation and quality assessment


• Mapping exotic/invasive species and coordinating with subcontractors for maintenance activities


• Contributing to project proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations

Qualifications

• Minimum of a four-year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation, or related fields.


• Demonstrated ability to perform professional ecological monitoring, with consulting experience preferred


• Native plant identification knowledge preferred


• Strong technical and quantitative skills


• Excellent writing and critical thinking skills


• Willingness to spend long days in the field, over rugged terrain, and in inclement weather


• Valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

What We Offer

• Paid time off and paid holidays.


• Opportunities for advancement.


• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.


• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.


• Group Health Plan.


• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.


• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.


• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.


• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.


• Charitable matching gift program.


• All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Accommodations

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type

Permanent

Job Type

Full Time

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%