Field Technician – Native Habitat Restoration

Mariani Premier Group; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A family-owned landscaping firm in Lake Bluff, IL is seeking a Technician responsible for the stewardship of Natural Areas. The role involves removing invasive plants, applying herbicides, and maintaining quality standards during the work process. Candidates should possess a valid pesticide license and demonstrate basic plant recognition skills. This position offers benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Illinois or Wisconsin Applicator pesticide license.
• Demonstrate an acceptable level of basic plant recognition and horticultural knowledge.
• Ability to work outside in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Physically remove invasive plants to promote native plants.
• Mix and apply herbicide according to the label.
• Haul and load plant refuse and clean up the job site.
• Follow instructions from the production coordinator or crew leader.
• Participate in necessary training regarding equipment and safety.

Skills

Use of mowers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers

Basic plant recognition

Ability to lift and move heavy objects

Horticultural knowledge

Chainsaw operation

Education

Valid Illinois or Wisconsin Applicator pesticide license

S130/S190 or Midwest Ecological Prescription Burn Crew Member Certificate

Job description

A family-owned landscaping firm in Lake Bluff, IL is seeking a Technician responsible for the stewardship of Natural Areas. The role involves removing invasive plants, applying herbicides, and maintaining quality standards during the work process. Candidates should possess a valid pesticide license and demonstrate basic plant recognition skills. This position offers benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.