Ecosystem Restoration Technician; Seasonal

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. Advance your career in the natural resources field by gaining experience supporting projects to conserve, restore, and manage prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and other native habitats while expanding your network to include industry-leading scientists and environmental professionals.

This ecosystem restoration team works on a variety of projects in natural areas including properties owned by forest preserve districts, state and federal agencies, municipalities, energy providers, and private landowners.

This is a short term full-time (40+ hours per week) seasonal position. Anticipated State Date: late-March 2026, with options to start later in the spring or early summer depending on school schedules.

Project sites are generally within 60-90 miles of the two local offices, Monee and Naperville.

• Working with field crews to carry-out tasks related to ecosystem restoration and management on sites ranging from one to 100s of acres.
• Specific job tasks include invasive species identification and control (herbicide application, cutting, and mowing), native seeding and planting, prescribed burning, and brush and tree removal.
• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as plant identification, invasive species control methods, ecological restoration techniques, and natural area assessments.
• Lead field efforts for planning, collection, and documentation of field and written/tabular data for various restoration tasks.
• Implementing a safety-first mindset and applying all established health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) standards during all office and field operations.

• Positive, safety-first attitude.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Organized and capable of leading work assignments with attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels and Safety Data Sheets and apply herbicides following label instructions and safety procedures.
• Commitment to producing high quality in-field work products.
• Ability to walk 4-6 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to obtain state Pesticide Applicators licenses within one month, including applicable categories for herbicide application in natural areas and aquatic environments.
• A good driving record and valid state driver's license.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Pursuing or have obtained undergraduate or associate’s degree in an environmental discipline, preferred.
• 0 to 1+ years of experience in natural areas management techniques including herbicide applications, cutting / mowing, controlled burning, and native planting.

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