Senior Ecosystem Restoration Technician

Stantec; Cincinnati (OH); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Stantec is seeking a dedicated professional for an ecosystem restoration role in Cincinnati. Responsibilities include supporting projects aimed at conserving and restoring habitats while leading field efforts in invasive species control and ecological restoration techniques. The position is full-time and may involve up to 50% travel for on-site work. Candidates should demonstrate skills in plant identification and data documentation.

Qualifikationen

• Experience with ecosystem restoration and management.
• Familiarity with safety protocols during field operations.

Aufgaben

• Conduct field tasks related to ecosystem restoration.
• Control invasive species using specified methods.
• Lead data collection and planning efforts.

Kenntnisse

Invasive species identification and control

Ecological restoration techniques

Plant identification

Field data collection and documentation

Tools

Chainsaws

ATVs / UTVs

Tractors

Herbicide sprayers

Jobbeschreibung

Your Opportunity

Advance your career in the natural resources field by gaining experience supporting projects to conserve, restore, and manage prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and other native habitats while expanding your network to include industry-leading scientists and environmental professionals.

This ecosystem restoration team works on a variety of projects in natural areas including properties owned by forest preserve districts, state and federal agencies, municipalities, energy providers, and private landowners.

full-time (40+ hours per week), benefits eligible

Project travel may be required, up to 50% of the time.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Working with field crews to carry-out tasks related to ecosystem restoration and management on sites ranging from one to 100s of acres.
• Specific job tasks include invasive species identification and control (herbicide application, cutting, and mowing), native seeding and planting, prescribed burning, and brush and tree removal. Depending on experience and proficiency, equipment operation and tools to conduct the above tasks may include the use of light and heavy‑duty trucks and trailers, chainsaws, brush saws, herbicide sprayers, ATVs / UTVs, tractors, and skid loaders with various attachments.
• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as plant identification, invasive species control methods, ecological restoration techniques, and natural area assessments.
• Lead field efforts for planning, collection, and documentation of field and written/tabular data for various restoration tasks.
• Implementing a safety‑first mindset and applying all established health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) standards during all office and field operations.