Ecological Technician
Wilkinson Ecological Design Wilkinson Ecological Design Orleans, MA Orleans, MA Full-time Full-time 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago This is a full-time year-round position and offers the opportunity to bring your landscaping or herbicide skills to the growing field of ecological restoration.
The ecological technician is responsible for field work, landscape construction, invasive plant management, installation of bioengineering materials, and restoration and establishment of native plant communities.
S/he utilizes hand/power tools and equipment for the express purpose of protecting and restoring the integrity and biodiversity of our unique natural ecosystems using safe and effective invasive plant management techniques.
The Ecological Technician's duties include, but are not limited to:
Manage sites for invasive and non-native plants in ecologically-sensitive areas; Treat and remove invasive species; Perform plantings associated with restored areas; Install landscape construction material; Apply targeted herbicide treatment; Perform typical landscape functions on restoration sites; Use hand and gas operated tools; Qualifications for the Ecological Technician 1
year of experience in a similar role Valid Driver's License; Valid DOT Medical Card (to be acquired within 30 days of hire); MA Pesticide Applicator License (to be acquired within 30 days of hire); Ability to work respectfully as a team with co-workers Timely and dependable attendance Job begins at 6:
45am Job entails occasional overnight travel, which could be a few days or a week This job will require daily outdoor strenuous activity in a variety of adverse weather conditions year-round.
It will have exposure to occupational hazards such as tick-borne illnesses, biting and stinging insects This position is defined as a Safety-Sensitive Position at WED and would be subject to our random drug and alcohol testing program High School Degree or equivalent experience Authorized to work in the U.
S, Please submit your resume and a cover letter.
No phone calls or agencies please.
Due to the volume of resumes received, we are unable to respond to all applicants.
Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Wilkinson Ecological Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Wilkinson Ecological Design's mission is to protect and restore the integrity and biodiversity of the unique coastal ecosystems of New England through the use of safe and effective invasive plant management techniques, the restoration and establishment of native plant communities and the use of innovative plant-focused bioengineering.
We are located in Orleans, MA.
To learn more about us, please visit our website at http:
//www.
wilkinsonecological.
com Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Ability to commute/relocate:
Orleans, MA:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
landscaping:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The ecological technician is responsible for field work, landscape construction, invasive plant management, installation of bioengineering materials, and restoration and establishment of native plant communities.
S/he utilizes hand/power tools and equipment for the express purpose of protecting and restoring the integrity and biodiversity of our unique natural ecosystems using safe and effective invasive plant management techniques.
The Ecological Technician's duties include, but are not limited to:
Manage sites for invasive and non-native plants in ecologically-sensitive areas; Treat and remove invasive species; Perform plantings associated with restored areas; Install landscape construction material; Apply targeted herbicide treatment; Perform typical landscape functions on restoration sites; Use hand and gas operated tools; Qualifications for the Ecological Technician 1
year of experience in a similar role Valid Driver's License; Valid DOT Medical Card (to be acquired within 30 days of hire); MA Pesticide Applicator License (to be acquired within 30 days of hire); Ability to work respectfully as a team with co-workers Timely and dependable attendance Job begins at 6:
45am Job entails occasional overnight travel, which could be a few days or a week This job will require daily outdoor strenuous activity in a variety of adverse weather conditions year-round.
It will have exposure to occupational hazards such as tick-borne illnesses, biting and stinging insects This position is defined as a Safety-Sensitive Position at WED and would be subject to our random drug and alcohol testing program High School Degree or equivalent experience Authorized to work in the U.
S, Please submit your resume and a cover letter.
No phone calls or agencies please.
Due to the volume of resumes received, we are unable to respond to all applicants.
Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Wilkinson Ecological Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Wilkinson Ecological Design's mission is to protect and restore the integrity and biodiversity of the unique coastal ecosystems of New England through the use of safe and effective invasive plant management techniques, the restoration and establishment of native plant communities and the use of innovative plant-focused bioengineering.
We are located in Orleans, MA.
To learn more about us, please visit our website at http:
//www.
wilkinsonecological.
com Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Ability to commute/relocate:
Orleans, MA:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
landscaping:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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