Restoration and Stormwater Inspection Environmental Scientist​/Specialist | South Bend

Restoration and Stormwater Inspection Environmental Scientist/Specialist | South Bend, IN

Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Location: South Bend, IN

We are seeking a dynamic Environmental Scientist/Specialist to support both ecosystem/restoration projects and stormwater inspection services. This hybrid role will involve invasive plant control, native plant and seed installation, stream bank stabilization and restoration, prescribed burning, traditional landscape management, and other habitat restoration tasks. The position is full‑time, with work hours dependent on workload and weather. The majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and rugged terrain, and may include operating heavy equipment such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, and mowers.

• Develop solutions that meet client contract needs and specifications.
• Inspect a wide range of habitats, both natural and disturbed, assessing condition, health, and functionality per client specifications.
• Identify local species, understand their characteristics, and recognize common diseases and pests.
• Perform NPDES stormwater and/or SWPPP inspections on construction or maintenance projects.
• Apply construction background, including experience working with heavy equipment and active job sites.
• Train and mentor teammates.
• Work directly with clients and represent the company and the client at professional meetings.

• Two- to four-year degree in Biology, Botany, Ecology, Forestry, Horticulture, Hydrology, Soil Science, Zoology, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree or advanced education may be required by project.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record; a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required by project.
• Natural resource consulting experience preferred.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain an Indiana State Chemist Certified Pesticide Applicator’s License.
• Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification, and native plant identification a plus.
• Training in chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV is beneficial.
• Experience performing NPDES stormwater and/or SWPPP inspections on construction or maintenance projects.
• Working knowledge of NPDES permitting requirements, erosion and sediment control BMPs, and stormwater compliance documentation.
• Construction background, including experience working with heavy equipment and active job sites.
• Experience supporting NPDES compliance for linear infrastructure, ditch maintenance, construction, or utility projects.
• Familiarity with SPCC plans, chemical handling, and waste management best practices.
• Experience with ditch maintenance, mowing programs, log removal, skid steer, and excavator operation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Team‑oriented, excellent written and oral communication skills, professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job‑specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Employee‑owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group health plan.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career development program supported by industry experts and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

Davey Resource Group, Inc. headquartered in Kent, Ohio, offers a wide range of natural resource consulting services to private and public sector clients, including urban forestry consulting, tree inventories, canopy assessments, and urban forestry management planning.

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, or Indigenous person.

If requested by employee or 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%