Field Technician- Laborer

Dragonfly Pond Works; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Protective Footwear Bonus

Job summary

Dragonfly Pond Works in Charlotte, NC is seeking a hands-on outdoor worker to join our fast-growing environmental team. This role focuses on pond maintenance, stormwater tasks, and operating equipment to support safe, on-time project delivery.

You will perform manual labor, assist with erosion control, and adhere to safety guidelines, while enjoying year-round work and strong benefits. This position emphasizes teamwork, quality, and growth within a leading environmental services company.

Qualifications

• Experience in pond/lake maintenance, landscaping, erosion control, or stormwater maintenance.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work in various weather conditions.
• Comfortable working around water, slopes, and environmental risks (bees, poison ivy, etc.).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate team members.
• Commitment to safety practices with chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to follow company policies and values.
• Team-oriented and aligned with Dragonfly's values: Quality Focus, Takes Ownership, and Growth Oriented.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment safely (mini-excavators, skid steers, slope mowers, front-end loader, backhoes, etc.).
• Perform manual labor tasks and operate hand tools.
• Maintain and repair ponds, lakes, and stormwater control measures (grading, erosion repair, planting, mowing, invasive species removal).
• Lead by example, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all safety guidelines.
• Complete repairs and maintenance on ponds, lakes, and other stormwater control measures, including: Turf establishment, mowing, planting, invasive plant treatment or removal, hand or machine excavation, grading, erosion repairs, tree removal, and site stabilization.

Skills

Pond maintenance

Communication skills

Team oriented

Safety awareness

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

Do you thrive in an outdoor work environment and want to be part of an exciting environmental industry? Dragonfly Pond Works is a fast-growing company, offering year-round work, and provides long-term career opportunities. Join our "swarm" today!

Location

Charlotte, NC 28216

Requirements

• Experience in pond/lake maintenance, landscaping, erosion control, or stormwater maintenance
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work in various weather conditions
• Comfortable working around water, slopes, and environmental risks (bees, poison ivy, etc.)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate team members
• Commitment to safety practices with chemicals and equipment
• Ability to follow company policies and values
• Team-oriented and aligned with Dragonfly's values: Quality Focus, Takes Ownership, and Growth Oriented.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment safely ( mini-excavators, skid steers, slope mowers, front-end loader, backhoes, etc.)
• Perform manual labor tasks and operate hand tools
• Maintain and repair ponds, lakes, and stormwater control measures (grading, erosion repair, planting, mowing, invasive species removal)
• Lead by example, ensuring a safe and productive work environment
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all safety guidelines
• Complete repairs and maintenance on ponds, lakes, and other stormwater control measures, including: Turf establishment, mowing, planting, invasive plant treatment or removal, hand or machine excavation, grading, erosion repairs, tree removal, and site stabilization
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Protective Footwear Bonus

Dragonfly Pond Works is a leading environmental service company specializing in stormwater management. Since 2006, Dragonfly has provided routine maintenance and repairs on stormwater devices, lakes, ponds, wetlands, and underground facilities. We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.