Habitat Restoration Lead

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Employee-owned since 2004

Professional growth and training

Wellness programs

401K with employer contributions

Job summary

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. is seeking an experienced Habitat Restoration Lead to join our Los Angeles area team (El Monte).

The role involves leading restoration crews, transporting them to job sites, conducting daily safety tailgate meetings, and ensuring compliance with HELIX safety standards while assisting with client interactions and data reporting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with 3+ years in landscape or habitat

Qualifications

• 3+ years of landscape and/or habitat restoration experience.
• Able to operate a smart phone and electronic devices for reporting purposes.
• Willingness to travel out of town occasionally (overnight stays).
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last three years.
• Must be physically able to work in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience operating small equipment such as weed whacker, chainsaw, backpack sprayer, hedger, pole saw, etc.

Responsibilities

• Oversee crews at maintenance and/or construction sites.
• Transport crew to job sites in company vehicles, possibly hauling trailers.
• Lead daily safety tailgate meetings and ensure HELIX safety standards are followed.
• Train and direct crew members, and perform tasks alongside the crew.
• Interact with clients and project managers as needed and report data.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Writing

Tools

Weed whacker

Chainsaw

Backpack sprayer

Pole saw

Job description

Description

HELIX, a growing, California-based employee-owned environmental consulting firm, is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Habitat Restoration Lead with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic to join our team in Los Angeles (El Monte). HELIX offers biological and cultural resources, regulatory permitting, landscape architecture, acoustical, air quality, habitat restoration and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.

Job Type

Full-time

Why work at HELIX?

• Employee-owned since 2004
• Offers a hybrid work schedule with flexibility of working in-office and remotely
• Invested in professional growth and employee development and training
• Recognized for our workplace practices, employee wellness programs, and community contributions
• Named as one of the 2023 Best Firms to Work For by ZweigGroup

HELIX also offers a competitive benefits package, that includes:

• Robust Health Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employee and dependents
• Life /Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accrual of Paid Personal Time Off
• Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan participation
• 401K participation with employer contributions

Habitat Restoration Lead Duties:

The Habitat Restoration Lead duties include crew oversight at maintenance and/or construction sites. On a day-to-day basis, the Habitat Restoration Lead is responsible for transporting the crew from our HELIX locations to their jobsites in a company vehicle (which may at times include hauling a trailer), executing daily safety tailgate meetings and ensuring crews are following HELIX safety standards, training and directing crew members to perform tasks as assigned and performing these tasks alongside the crews, occasional client and project manager interaction, and reporting data as requested. Habitat Restoration Leads also participate in multiple training programs periodically. Additional responsibilities may be required and/or vary by project/task. Occasional out-of-town travel is required. This is not a landscaping company or position.

The ideal candidate for this position will have strong leadership and organizational skills, as well as good writing and communication skills.

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HELIX is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of gender, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or veteran status. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

Minimum Requirements for Habitat Restoration Lead:

• 3+ years of landscape and/or habitat restoration experience
• Ability to operate a smart phone and electronic devices such as a tablet, iPad, etc. for reporting purposes
• Willingness to travel out of town occasionally (will include overnight stays)
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last three years
• Must be physically able and willing to work in varying terrain (including uneven surfaces and steep slopes) and weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to operate small equipment (weed whacker, chainsaw, backpack sprayer, hedger, pole saw, etc.)

Additional skills considered a plus:

• Knowledge of native plants and weed species
• Plan reading and takeoff experience
• Grading experience
• Planting experience
• Knowledge of Best Management Practices
• Mechanical skills
• Minor electrical experience
• Fence installation experience
• Irrigation systems experience – installation, layout, valves, controllers, troubleshooting/repairs, etc.
• Previous experience in a crew lead position

Hourly wages will be based on qualifications and experience. Starting hourly rates will range between $26 to $29 per hour and will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience.

Salary Description

26-29/hour