Environmental Scientist

Company:Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
Locations:Louisville, KY
Additional Locations:NA
Work Site:On Site
Req :224970

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist, Ecologist, or Biologist to join our growing team in Louisville, Kentucky. This position will support a multi-disciplinary team that is at the forefront of developing innovative restoration approaches. The right person for this position will have a passion for restoring degraded streams and wetlands, proven problem‑solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.

The role will be a mixture of fieldwork and office‑based work.

• Travel to restoration sites throughout Kentucky. Travel to other states may be required
• Installation, maintenance and analysis of sensor networks
• Vegetation surveys and vegetation community mapping
• The development of geospatial data and maps, including survey activities using handheld and GNSS receivers
• Bat roost tree and habitat surveys
• Stream and wetland delineation and quality assessment
• Mapping exotic/invasive species and coordinating with subcontractors for maintenance activities
• Contributing to project proposals, mitigation plans, reports and presentations

• Minimum of a four‑year degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, conservation, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to perform professional ecological monitoring, with consulting experience preferred
• Native plant identification knowledge preferred
• Strong technical and quantitative skills
• Excellent writing and critical thinking skills
• Willingness to spend long days in the field, over rugged terrain, and in inclement weather
• Valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

• 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:
  Send‑A‑Friend.
• 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.

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.

Accommodations: 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.

Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%