Apr 18, 2022 2:00 pm11 views
Seasonal
Promoting the value and function of native plants, Tallgrass Restoration works with its clients to foster sustainable landscapes ranging from forest preserves to private residences. We are looking for people with a common goal and commitment to make a positive impact on our environment while restoring and maintaining the health, integrity and beauty of our clients’ land and water resources. Our Seasonal Restoration Technicians join our full-time staff on a wide variety of ecological restoration projects from installing native plants, mowing, selective application of herbicide to invasive species, and more!
Tallgrass Restoration employs Restoration Technicians on a seasonal basis, when most manual labor-intensive projects are completed. Seasonal positions typically run April through November, however this is flexible. The preferred candidate will have a background in plant identification (native and invasive species), small tool/equipment operation and ecological restoration activities, as well as hold a State issued Pesticide Operator’s License. Selected applicants will be required to undertake equipment and operations safety training. Some may be required to obtain a Pesticide Applicator’s License.