Environmental Monitoring Technician

At Riparia Environmental, we believe people are at the heart of meaningful environmental work.

Every day, our teams help restore habitats, manage natural resources, support environmental compliance, and improve the health of the communities and ecosystems we serve. Whether you’re working in the field, supporting operations, or contributing specialized expertise, your work helps create lasting environmental impact.

At Riparia Environmental, we believe people are at the heart of meaningful environmental work.

Every day, our teams help restore habitats, manage natural resources, support environmental compliance, and improve the health of the communities and ecosystems we serve. Whether you’re working in the field, supporting operations, or contributing specialized expertise, your work helps create lasting environmental impact.

Riparia Environmental, a subsidiary of Mac Kay, is seeking an Environmental Monitoring Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outside and alongside a team while contributing to the improvement of habitats and ecosystems.

Our Environmental Monitoring Technicians help our restoration team answer questions like:
Are the plants we installed surviving? Are native species becoming established? Are invasive species returning? Is the habitat improving? Is erosion occurring? And are we meeting the project’s restoration goals? This is an essential role where individuals get to proactively contribute to the success of ongoing restoration efforts.

At Riparia, we strive to empower people, create solutions, and enhance communities. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is collaborative, innovative, and committed to personal growth. All are encouraged to apply, even those who believe they do not meet every single one of the qualifications.

Shift and

Schedule:

This position’s schedule varies based on current projects and the season. Work shifts are scheduled between the hours of 6:00am and 5:30pm. Overtime may be required. Local and overnight travel may be required.

• Conduct field monitoring at wetlands, streams, rivers, forests, prairies, and other restoration sites.
• Monitor the progress and condition of ecological restoration projects.
• Identify potential problems such as erosion, invasive species, plant mortality, poor drainage, or unsuccessful restoration efforts.
• Collect soil, water, vegetation, and other environmental samples.
• Use GPS, tablets, cameras, and other field equipment to accurately document site conditions.
• Record field data and maintain accurate monitoring records.
• Provide regular updates to Project Managers and restoration team members on site conditions and monitoring results.
• Prepare progress reports, monitoring reports, and client deliverables.
• Present monitoring results, photographs, and field observations.
• Lead restoration crews in survey and construction activities within your area of professional expertise, as needed.
• Assist with restoration activities such as planting, invasive species removal, habitat enhancement, erosion control, and site maintenance when needed.
• Travel to project sites and work outdoors in varied terrain and weather conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Conditions:

• Ability to wear appropriate PPE for the entire shift including but not limited to: hard hats, goggles/glasses, gloves, reflective garments, etc.
• Ability to work in variable outdoor conditions (heat, rain, rough terrain, etc.).
• Ability to frequently bend, and squat throughout shifts.
• Ability to carry loads of 30-40 pounds, up to the occasional 90 pounds.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime.

• 3-5 years of related natural resources experience
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated…