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Job Description
The Restoration Supervisor I is responsible for leading ecological restoration projects in the field, supervising technicians, and ensuring the successful execution of planting, seeding, and invasive species management to make a positive environmental impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete ecological restoration work in the field, including planting, seeding, and invasive species management.
- Supervise and lead Restoration Technicians and field crews during restoration projects.
- Operate and maintain equipment such as trucks, UTVs, brush cutters, skid steers, and GPS systems to execute project tasks.
- Conduct safety checks, safety meetings, and ensure adherence to safety protocols on-site.
- Perform quality assurance checks on restoration activities and equipment, making corrective actions as needed.
- Coordinate administrative tasks including timecard coding, expense reporting, and documenting field activities.
- Collaborate with management to update project schedules, review resource needs, and communicate project progress.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent educational qualification.
- Minimum of 3 years of ecological restoration experience with a strong grasp of planting plans, environmental standards (ES), Integrated Pest Management (IPM), invasive species management, and prescribed burn operations.
- Holding valid S130 and S190 certifications as applicable.
- Proficiency in operating large trucks with trailers, UTVs, brush cutters, augers, chainsaws, skid steers, tractors, and sprayers.
- Strong background in identifying and executing equipment maintenance needs and procedures, with a proactive approach to minimizing downtime.
- Ability to mix and apply herbicides correctly and safely manage invasive species programs.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to relay project updates, provide solution-based feedback, and ensure clear communication across all levels.
- Valid CPR-AED First Aid certification.
- A valid DOT medical card.
- A valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in the applicable state(s).
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Willingness to work outside in various weather conditions, and exposure to insects such as ticks and mosquitoes, or poisonous plants such as poison ivy.
Benefits & Perks
Per Diem and Hotel provided for travel and overnight stays
Work schedule includes approximately 5% in the office and 95% in the field
Opportunity to lead ecological restoration projects and make a measurable environmental impact
Use of equipment and tools such as GPS systems, sprayers, trucks, UTVs, brush cutters, skid steers, and more
Collaborative team environment emphasizing safety, performance, and teamwork
Physical work outdoors in various weather conditions, with exposure to insects and plants
Administrative tasks related to project management and coordination
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