Field-Based Land Stewardship Technician (Western Region)

Westervelt-Company; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Westervelt Ecological is seeking a Land Stewardship Technician to perform land and habitat management across properties in the Sacramento Valley. The role requires operating heavy equipment, maintaining irrigation and water control systems, and supporting habitat restoration projects.

Expect long days, extensive driving, and potential overnight stays; CDL preferred and training may be provided. Based at our Lincoln, CA location with travel across properties, the position offers a robust benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 2+ years of related land management experience.
• Knowledge of maintaining land management equipment (ATVs, chainsaws, excavators, tractors, mowers, pumps).
• Ability to work independently in the field, often in remote settings and variable weather.
• Willingness to long 10+ hour days and overnight travel as needed.
• Basic computer/phone skills (Word, Excel, field maps).
• Clean driving record; experience hauling trailers; CDL preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting and repairs on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land stewardship and site maintenance activities including weed control and vegetation management, mowing, fence and gate repair, water and irrigation management, and coordinating with lessees and neighbors.
• Operate, transport, and repair equipment such as UTVs, tractors, trailers, mini-excavators, skid steers, mowers, and pumps.
• Facilitate site access with outside parties including lessees, easement holders and utilities.
• Coordinate with outside contractors performing land stewardship activities.
• Maintain and repair on-site monitoring equipment (well and gauge networks).
• Manage irrigation systems and water control to support vegetation management.
• Possess Class A CDL or commit to obtaining within one year; employer training may be provided.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field experience

Equipment operation

Independent work

Long shifts travel

Computer skills

Navigation skills

Driver's license

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ATV operation

Chainsaws

Excavators

Tractors

Mowers

Pumps

Job description

Westervelt Ecological is seeking a Land Stewardship Technician to perform land and habitat management across properties in the Sacramento Valley. The role requires operating heavy equipment, maintaining irrigation and water control systems, and supporting habitat restoration projects.

Expect long days, extensive driving, and potential overnight stays; CDL preferred and training may be provided. Based at our Lincoln, CA location with travel across properties, the position offers a robust benefits