Year-Round Outdoor Pond Technician

Dragonfly Pond Works; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Protective Footwear Bonus

Job summary

Dragonfly Pond Works, based in Virginia Beach, VA, seeks a field-oriented candidate for outdoor pond and stormwater maintenance. The role offers year-round, full-time work with growth opportunities in a fast-growing environmental services company.

You will identify invasive weeds, inspect stormwater components, operate and repair pond equipment, and perform site maintenance while adhering to safety and quality standards. A license and ability to lift 80 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Aquatic Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in lake and pond management, pest/herbicide control or surveying preferred.
• Experience in fisheries, wildlife management, ecology, biology, environmental sciences or forestry desirable.
• Electrical work experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift 80 pounds on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat invasive weeds.
• Visual inspection of stormwater components.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on pond fountains and related equipment.
• Mowing/string trimming sites.
• Improve overall aesthetics of the sites.
• Minor repairs for compliance.
• Implement safety training for field staff.
• Handle administrative duties.

Skills

Pesticide License

Pond Management

Driver's License

Outdoor Work

Job description

Dragonfly Pond Works, based in Virginia Beach, VA, seeks a field-oriented candidate for outdoor pond and stormwater maintenance. The role offers year-round, full-time work with growth opportunities in a fast-growing environmental services company.

You will identify invasive weeds, inspect stormwater components, operate and repair pond equipment, and perform site maintenance while adhering to safety and quality standards. A license and ability to lift 80 lbs are required.