Environmental Technician | Elmhurst, IL

Davey Resource Group•Elmhurst, IL

9d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Davey Resource Group Inc. (DRG) is seeking persons interested in natural resources careers, as an Environmental Technician. DRG provides a full array of horticultural, ecological stewardship, lakeshore, ravine, streambank, and bluff restoration to clients in the private and public sectors throughout the Midwest. Position Description and Responsibilities Duties: Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team. Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, streambank, lake shore, ravine, and bluff stabilization and restoration, prescribed burning and other types of habitat restoration. The position is full-time but depends on workload and weather conditions. Majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, etc...

Requirements

Possession of or be willing to obtain an Illinois Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required.
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and be able to report directly to the work site.
We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills, professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.

Nice To Haves

Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification, and native plant identification a plus.
Training in chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV beneficial.
A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields is preferred.
Candidates must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and Google.

Responsibilities

invasive plant species control
native plant and seed installation
streambank, lake shore, ravine, and bluff stabilization and restoration
prescribed burning and other types of habitat restoration

Benefits

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.
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.