Job Description
The Restoration Operator role involves working outdoors to restore ecosystems by operating various equipment, performing invasive species control, planting, and site maintenance, while contributing to environmental sustainability efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate specialized equipment such as excavators, skid steers, tractors, chainsaws, and herbicide application tools in the field.
- Perform invasive species control, native plant identification, and site clearing for ecological restoration.
- Conduct maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of field equipment and small engines.
- Implement erosion and sediment control measures and maintain solar fields through equipment operation and herbicide application.
- Use mapping tools and apps to track and document field progress.
- Transport and load project materials from nurseries and suppliers.
- Travel within the Midwest region for project sites, including overnight stays.
Requirements
- High School degree or GED
- At least 1 year of experience working on natural resources, farming, or water resource infrastructure projects
- Experience with the repair and maintenance of small engines and equipment
- Ability to understand project plans, details, and specifications
- An up-to-date DOT medical card
- Reliable means of transportation to get to the field office
- Ability to travel up to 50% within the Midwest Region, including overnight stays of 2 to 4 nights for some projects
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including exposure to insects such as ticks and mosquitoes, and poisonous plants such as poison ivy
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Work outdoors in various weather conditions
Travel opportunities within the Midwest Region, including overnight stays
Exposure to insects and poisonous plants in the field
Physical activity involving lifting up to 50 pounds
Use of specialized equipment and tools
Experience in environmental restoration and equipment maintenance
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