Job Description
A hands-on role focused on executing ecological restoration projects, including planting, invasive species control, and prescribed burns, primarily in remote outdoor locations, to help restore ecosystems and improve environmental health.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support field execution of ecological restoration projects, including planting, seeding, erosion control, and invasive species removal
- Operate and maintain various equipment such as trucks, UTVs, skid steers, chainsaws, and backpack sprayers
- Inspect and support subcontractor work to ensure quality, safety, and environmental compliance
- Interpret project plans and ensure fieldwork aligns with restoration standards and goals
- Train and mentor field staff on equipment operation, plant identification, herbicide handling, and restoration best practices
- Participate in prescribed burns, including obtaining necessary certifications
- Complete daily work logs, upload project photos, and communicate material and personnel needs
- Ensure safety protocols are followed and facilitate daily safety meetings
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 2 years of field experience in ecological restoration or related work
- Valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in applicable categories or ability to obtain one
- Proficiency operating and maintaining field equipment, including trailers, skid steers, chainsaws, and backpack sprayers
- Proven experience conducting herbicide treatments and identifying native and invasive plant species
- Advanced use of GPS mapping tools
- Experience leading field crews and training others in restoration tasks
- Experience with prescribed fire and valid S130 S190 certifications per region
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk over uneven surfaces and up/down hills, climb on construction equipment, and work outdoors and in inclement weather
- Ability to travel a minimum of 75% throughout South and Central Florida
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range not specified
Work schedule not specified
Supportive team environment that values safety, integrity, accountability, and excellence
Use of cutting-edge restoration tools and techniques
Hands-on experience across diverse landscapes and restoration projects
Opportunity to see tangible environmental impacts on biodiversity, water quality, and climate resilience
Travel to remote project sites (significant travel required)
Training and mentoring in equipment operation, plant identification, herbicide handling, and restoration best practices
Participation in prescribed burns (if certified)
Potential for career development in ecological restoration
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