Environmental Technician | South Bend, IN

Davey Tree Expert•South Bend, IN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Davey Resource Group, a Davey Company, is seeking motivated individuals interested in natural resources careers to join our team as Environmental Technicians. DRG provides a full range of ecological and horticultural services, including habitat restoration, invasive species management, lakeshore and bluff stabilization, streambank and ravine restoration, prescribed burning, and traditional landscape maintenance for clients in both private and public sectors throughout the Midwest.

Requirements

Candidates should possess—or be willing to obtain—an Indiana Certified Pesticide Applicator License.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and be able to report directly to the field office each morning.
We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills, professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.
Candidates must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and Google.

Nice To Haves

A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, forestry, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Urban Forestry / Forestry Skills : Experience or interest in tree inventory, tree health assessments, and forestry practices to support municipal or conservation projects.
Landscaping : Hands-on landscaping experience, including planting, invasive species removal, vegetation maintenance, and horticultural knowledge.
Ability to operate landscape equipment and haul trailers safely.
Equipment Operation : Experience operating construction and landscape equipment, including UTVs, skid steers, excavators, and similar equipment.
Ability to safely perform basic equipment operations, loading/unloading, and routine equipment checks.
Plant ID : Ability to identify native and invasive plant species, particularly in the Midwest.

Responsibilities

Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team.
Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, streambank, lake shore, ravine, and bluff stabilization and restoration, prescribed burning, traditional landscape management and other types of habitat restoration.
The position is full time, but hours can vary with workload and weather conditions.
The majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain.
Work may involve use of heavy equipment such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, mowers, etc.

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays.
Opportunities for advancement.
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
Group Health Plan.
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
Charitable matching gift program.