Seasonal Environmental Technician | South Bend, IN

Davey Resource Group • South Bend, IN

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Davey Resource Group, a Davey Company, is seeking motivated individuals interested in natural resources careers to join our team as Seasonal 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. The position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant control, native plant and seed installation, streambank stabilization and restoration, prescribed burning, traditional landscape management and other types of habitat restoration. The majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, mowers, etc. Work is 100% field based. A normal work day consists of: reporting to an office at set time, participating in daily stretches, assisting with loading supplies and equipment, riding in a company vehicle to worksite, perform/achieve worksite’s daily goal, riding back to the office and assisting with unloading.

Requirements

• Possession of or willingness to obtain an Indiana State Chemist Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs or Google Suite of Applications.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Have a good driving record.
• Able to report directly to the work site.
• Teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.

Nice To Haves

• Prescribed burn experience
• S130/S190 certification
• Native plant identification
• Training in chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV is beneficial.
• A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields is preferred.
• Active students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Invasive plant control
• Native plant and seed installation
• Streambank stabilization and restoration
• Prescribed burning
• Traditional landscape management
• Other types of habitat restoration
• Using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, mowers, etc.

Benefits

• Over 140 years of service gives you job security
• National reputation for Stewardship and Excellence
• Promotes ambitious, team-focused experts quickly and focuses on continuing education
• Access to industry related training materials
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Available positions throughout the Country!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree