Field Ecologist II-III: Restoration & Habitat Steward

V3 Companies, Ltd.; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Retirement plan with up to 6% company

Paid time off

Holidays

Volunteer paid time off

Job summary

V3 in West Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Field Ecologist to join our Ecological Restoration team. You will study ecosystems, habitats, and environmental processes to support conservation and sustainable land management.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of field experience, a passion for natural resources, and a valid driver's license. CDL is a plus, and the role includes hands-on fieldwork, equipment operation, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor degree in environmental science or related field.
• 5 years of field experience in ecological restoration or natural resource management.
• Valid driver's license and ability to perform physical field work year-round.

Responsibilities

• Carry-out tasks related to ecosystem restoration and management.
• Application of herbicide (hand wicking, backpack spraying, etc.).
• Perform general field labor and manual weed removal by hand, mowing, weed whipping.
• Installation of native plant plugs and erosion control.
• Conduct brush clearing, tree cutting and general chainsaw work.
• Participate in prescribed burning.
• Coordinate with construction foreman, project managers and ecologists.
• Assist with other duties as assigned or requested.
• Facilitate site assessments, field monitoring, and reporting.
• Project administration (define and input work orders, daily logs, and contract administration).

Skills

Field ecology

Excellent communication skills

Physically able to perform hard labor

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in environmental science/related

Tools

Licensed herbicide applicator

Job description

V3 in West Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Field Ecologist to join our Ecological Restoration team. You will study ecosystems, habitats, and environmental processes to support conservation and sustainable land management.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of field experience, a passion for natural resources, and a valid driver's license. CDL is a plus, and the role includes hands-on fieldwork, equipment operation, and collaboration with project teams.