Environmental Technician

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.

Locations: Gainesville, VA

Additional Locations: Northern Virginia

Work Site: On Site

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking an entry-level environmental technician with up to three years of experience to join our Gainesville, Virginia Environmental Science team. This role supports a variety of natural resource projects, working alongside our experienced staff to conduct field studies, prepare reports and technical documentation, and coordinate with our clients and federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

• Wetland delineations
• Stream assessments
• Mitigation monitoring
• Vegetation assessments
• Endangered and threatened species surveys
• Report preparation
• Coordinating with federal and state resource agencies

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Biology, Forestry, Ecology, Geology, or a closely related discipline.
• General knowledge of and/or demonstrated interest in natural history and environmental science.
• Willingness and ability to perform field-based environmental work.
• Regional travel to support projects outside the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

• Knowledge of or experience in one or more of the following:
  • Plant identification, including trees and shrubs
  • Soil profiling
  • Benthic macroinvertebrate sampling and/or identification
• Experience performing wetland delineations.
• Experience working with a diverse client base in both the public and private sectors.
• Working knowledge of CAD and field GPS equipment.

• 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:
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• 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.

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us.

We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you  learn more, visit

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Permanent

Full Time

Up to 50%