Restoration Technician
Agency: Eco Logic LLC
Location: Bloomington, IN
Contact: Matt Fox, matt@ecologicindiana.com
Term/Grade: Temporary, Full – Time Seasonal
Position Summary:
Eco Logic LLC is looking for a passionate and highly motivated individual who can start as soon as possible and is interested in gaining valuable experience in the field of ecological restoration. We are looking for a team player who appreciates hard work, shares our commitment to the environment, and values lifelong growth through education and personal improvement. This position assists with the completion of ecological restoration activities on nature preserves, parks and private lands, and some of the Midwest’s more precious natural areas. Herbicide applications to control invasive plant species will be an essential function of this position and will account for large portion of the work performed during this timeframe. Travel and overnights stays are also essential and could potentially be necessary for up to 50% of the projects (significantly less during the Covid pandemic). All travel time and hotels or cabins are paid for and per diem is provided. Work is generally performed Monday through Friday and all employees average 40-50 hours per week. Eco Logic offers paid holidays on Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving for all seasonal restoration technicians.
Major Duties:
- Arrive on time, well rested, with all essential gear and personal supplies
- Operate, load, and unload large trucks and trailers safely on a daily basis
- Mobilize, transport, use, and maintain all tools and equipment in a safe manner
- Utilize provided PPE, including insect repellants, in accordance with EPA and OSHA regulations
- Operate off road vehicles and apply herbicide using backpack and tank sprayers
- Operate GPS units and collect data in a standardized format on a daily basis
- Operate brush cutters, augers, and a variety of other small tools
- Show discipline in filling out daily logs, timesheets, and other essential paperwork
- Other duties as assigned
See full announcement and apply here.
