Ecological Restoration Technician

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC•Grimes, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At RES, we’re looking for purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about restoration and sustainability, and who want their work to make a lasting environmental impact. Our team members go above and beyond, bringing initiative, integrity, and a strong work ethic to every project. Collaboration is key—we thrive on teamwork, open communication, and diverse perspectives. In a field that constantly changes, we value those who are resilient, adaptable, and resourceful in the face of challenges. If you're intellectually curious, eager to learn, and ready to help restore ecosystems and protect natural resources, you’ll find your place here. Are you ready to be a key player in the restoration of natural environments while operating top-of-the-line equipment? At RES, we’re looking for a passionate and motivated Restoration Technician to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will have the unique opportunity to work outdoors, make a tangible impact on vital ecosystems, and operate a variety of specialized equipment—all while gaining valuable experience in the field of environmental restoration. The mission: Our Techs work on a variety of projects, including Stream restoration, Stormwater, Restoration planting, Invasive plant removal/management, and Landscape construction. The work is seasonally steady and will require over 50 hours per week. Travel with overnight stay up to 50% is required within IA, Hotel and Per Diem provided Why You’ll Love This Job You’ll work outdoors in nature, helping restore real ecosystems You’ll learn to use specialized tools, equipment, and techniques You’ll work with a team that values safety, hard work, and environmental impact You’ll gain experience in planting, seeding, erosion control, and invasive species management You’ll be part of a team that is growing and making a difference in communities and landscapes A Day in the Life You’ll spend 100% of your time in the field, operating equipment like large trucks, UTVs, brush cutters, augers, and chainsaws—don’t worry, safety is always the top priority. You’ll use GPS mapping systems to navigate and document your work, and you’ll get hands-on experience with backpack and hand sprayers for herbicide application. Keeping everything running smoothly, you’ll report any equipment maintenance needs and even perform some basic upkeep yourself. If you love plants, you’re in the right place. You’ll be identifying native and invasive plant species and using that knowledge to guide your work. Mixing and applying herbicides to manage invasive species will be part of the job, and you’ll play a key role in implementing an invasive species management program to restore balance to the ecosystem. You’ll also roll up your sleeves for planting and seeding projects, where your techniques will help bring restoration projects to life. Lastly, if prescribed burns are part of your region’s restoration practices, you’ll have the chance to earn your S-130/190 Burn Certification and be involved in this important habitat management technique. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of your duties. Physical requirements: You must be able to lift 50lbs, walk over uneven surfaces and up/down hills, climb on construction equipment and work outdoors and in inclement weather

Requirements

High School degree or equivalent.
Reliable means of transportation to get to the field office.
Keen interest in natural resources and outdoors.
Must be able to lift 50lbs, walk over uneven surfaces and up/down hills, climb on construction equipment and work outdoors and in inclement weather

Nice To Haves

1+ years of work in ecological restoration.
Ability to read and understand the project plans, details, and specifications.
Commercial Pesticide Technician/Apprentice License in the applicable categories for your assigned state.
Native and invasive plant species knowledge, applicable to your assigned state.
1+ year experience mixing and applying herbicides for managing invasive species.
1+ year experience performing planting and seeding techniques.

Responsibilities

Operating equipment like large trucks, UTVs, brush cutters, augers, and chainsaws
Using GPS mapping systems to navigate and document work
Using backpack and hand sprayers for herbicide application
Reporting equipment maintenance needs and performing basic upkeep
Identifying native and invasive plant species
Mixing and applying herbicides to manage invasive species
Implementing an invasive species management program
Planting and seeding projects
Earning S-130/190 Burn Certification (if applicable)

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