Natural Resources Field Technician I

Naples Botanical Garden; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement matching

Disability insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

Garden perks

Job summary

Naples Botanical Garden in Naples, Florida, seeks a Natural Resources Associate to support on-site management of tropical habitats and conservation areas. You will assist the Natural Resources team with fieldwork, trail maintenance, habitat improvement, and data collection to inform conservation efforts.

Responsibilities include invasive species control, herbicide application, and coordinating with volunteers and researchers while maintaining equipment and adhering to safety certifications.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in natural resources, conservation, ecological restoration, land management, environmental science, or related field preferred.
• Willingness to complete and maintain certifications/licenses (Florida Pesticide Applicator, Wildland Firefighter, Wilderness First Aid, Interpretive Guide).
• Preferred experience with power tools and machinery (tractors, implements, excavators, skid steer, mowers, trimmers).
• Experience with geospatial data collection, ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123 preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of horticultural practices and native/invasive species; willingness to learn.
• Good verbal and written communication; able to work outdoors in heat/humidity.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities in the Garden's natural areas, stormwater gardens, and off-site conservation areas.
• Perform landscaping, trail maintenance, herbicide application, and invasive species control; support prescribed fire activities.
• Provide guidance to volunteers and assist visiting researchers; help collect environmental data for natural resource management.
• Ensure departmental equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored properly.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor work endurance

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Naples Botanical Garden in Naples, Florida, seeks a Natural Resources Associate to support on-site management of tropical habitats and conservation areas. You will assist the Natural Resources team with fieldwork, trail maintenance, habitat improvement, and data collection to inform conservation efforts.

Responsibilities include invasive species control, herbicide application, and coordinating with volunteers and researchers while maintaining equipment and adhering to safety certifications.