Seasonal Environmental Technician | Columbus, OH

Davey Resource Group•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Environmental Technician is a field position focused on providing our clients with the services and solutions needed to efficiently and effectively manage natural resources on their sites through field work such as invasive vegetation control and native seeding and planting.

Requirements

An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Two to four year degree in Biology, Botany, Ecology, Forestry, Horticulture, Hydrology, Soil Science, Zoology or related discipline or equivalent experience in a similar position.
Driver’s license and clean driving record are required.

Nice To Haves

Natural resource field work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Availability to work up to 12 hour days, Monday through Friday, as needed; hours and days can vary based on job requirements, weather conditions, etc.
Routine overnight travel expected (hotel and per diem provided)
Ability to work outside in variable weather conditions
Ability to safely traverse wet, rough, and rocky terrain on a regular basis.
Strong communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
Identification of local native and invasive vegetation species
Work safely with herbicides wearing all required PPE
Operate various equipment such as UTV, backpack sprayers, hand tools, etc. (training provided; experience a plus)
Ability to lift 50lbs +
Willingness to learn new skills, techniques, and equipment

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.
All listed benefits available to eligible employees.