Stewardship Ecologist — Restoration Crew I

baxterwoodman; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Ownership

Paid time off

Flexible schedule / remote options

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a Restoration Ecologist - Stewardship Crew I for Naperville, Marengo, or Mokena, IL. The role focuses on restoration tasks and collaboration with senior ecologists across projects within about an hour of the offices.

Responsibilities include planting, seeding, erosion control, brush cutting, and potential herbicide work, with opportunities on streams and wetlands restoration projects for municipalities and private clients.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources or related field.
• Must be able to acquire herbicide license within 30 days of start date.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to move and carry 35-50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be willing to work outside.

Responsibilities

• Complete all aspects of restoration work which includes planting, seeding, erosion control methods, brush cutting, and herbicide application within stream, prairie, woodland restoration areas.
• Help assist with construction projects like stream restoration and detention basin retrofits.
• Complete work for municipalities, subdivisions, and private clients.

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources or related field

Herbicide license within 30 days of start date

Job description

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a Restoration Ecologist - Stewardship Crew I for Naperville, Marengo, or Mokena, IL. The role focuses on restoration tasks and collaboration with senior ecologists across projects within about an hour of the offices.

Responsibilities include planting, seeding, erosion control, brush cutting, and potential herbicide work, with opportunities on streams and wetlands restoration projects for municipalities and private clients.