Habitat Restoration Lead

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Stock Ownership Plan

401K

Job summary

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. in Orange County is seeking an experienced Habitat Restoration Lead to oversee crews at maintenance and construction sites, transport crews to jobsites, lead safety tailgate meetings, and coordinate tasks with project managers.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in habitat restoration, strong leadership, writing and communication skills, and a willingness to travel; the position offers hybrid work and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of landscape and/or habitat restoration experience.
• Valid California driver’s license with clean record in last 3 years.
• Willingness to travel out of town occasionally (overnight stays).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience operating small equipment (weed whacker, chainsaw, backpack sprayer, hedger, pole saw).

Responsibilities

• Oversee crew at maintenance and/or construction sites.
• Transport crew to jobsites in company vehicle; may haul a trailer.
• Conduct daily safety tailgate meetings and enforce HELIX safety standards.
• Train and direct crew members to perform tasks; work alongside crews.
• Occasional client and project manager interaction; data reporting as requested.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Writing

Communication

Vehicle operation

Tools

Vehicle operation

Job description

Description:

HELIX Environmental Planning, Inc. (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 Orange County. 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.

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.

Requirements:

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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