Sr. Environmental Equipment Field Operator (Ecological Restoration)
About The Position
RES is looking for a Sr. Environmental Equipment Field Operator (Ecological Restoration) to join our growing field team. As a Sr. Environmental Equipment Field Operator, you’ll support and lead restoration field activities across multiple ecological project sites. This role requires proficiency in equipment operation, field restoration techniques, and jobsite safety—along with the ability to mentor others and adapt to dynamic site conditions. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in the outdoors, enjoys hands-on restoration work, and takes pride in quality execution and safe practices. The ability to travel 50% is required.
Requirements
- Proficiency in equipment operation.
- Proficiency in field restoration techniques.
- Proficiency in jobsite safety.
- Ability to mentor others.
- Ability to adapt to dynamic site conditions.
- Ability to travel 50%.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to walk on uneven ground.
- Ability to climb onto construction equipment.
- CDL Class A License.
- 3+ years of ecological restoration experience.
- 2+ years of experience operating construction and restoration equipment.
- Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in the appropriate categories.
- Strong understanding of project plans and specifications.
- Ability to direct small crews or mentor junior team members.
- Demonstrated leadership in equipment safety, field troubleshooting, or logistics.
- Familiarity with GPS mapping tools and mobile workforce apps.
- Strong communication with supervisors and cross-functional field teams.
- Take initiative and complete tasks with minimal direction.
- Enjoy working outside and are comfortable with physically demanding work.
- Take pride in maintaining safe and productive worksites.
- Like variety and are flexible with changing field conditions.
- Enjoy solving problems and helping your team work better.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED
Responsibilities
- Support and lead restoration field activities across multiple ecological project sites.
- Operate equipment like skid steers, tractors, or augers.
- Support herbicide application and planting based on detailed project plans.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Help newer operators learn safe techniques.
- Provide updates to supervisor.
- Ensure project execution aligns with erosion control, planting, and invasive management standards.
- Track hours, complete safety observation cards, and maintain a Samsara driving score above 70.
- Load equipment, record notes, and plan for tomorrow’s crew and material needs.
- Invasive brush clearing, tree felling, planting, seeding, erosion, and sediment controls.
- Maintenance and mowing of solar fields through equipment operation and herbicide application.
- Restoration activities include identifying and protecting native species, identifying and controlling invasive species, and site clearing.
- Loading plant and project materials at nurseries and other suppliers.
- Haul equipment across state lines.
Benefits
- Mission-driven team committed to environmental improvement.
- High-integrity safety culture with supportive, skilled teammates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
