Ecological Restoration Construction Technician

ACRT, Inc. • Stow, OH • 1d ago

EnviroScience
Full time Regular
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Field Work
Verify and approve grading and environmental construction.
Conduct habitat restoration activities including streambank stabilization, erosion control, and wetland restoration.
Assist in the planting, watering, and maintenance of native vegetation.
Perform soil preparation, seed collection, and seeding of restoration sites.
Collect and record field data accurately and efficiently.
Implement invasive species control measures, such as manual removal, herbicide application, and mechanical control.
Perform design plan layouts using AutoCAD/Civil 3D
Monitoring and Data Collection
Monitor restoration sites to assess plant health, invasive species presence, and overall project success.
Use GPS and GIS tools to map and document site conditions and project progress.
Conduct water quality testing and other environmental assessments as needed.
Equipment and Safety
Operate and maintain field equipment and tools, including survey/data collection equipment, hand tools, power tools, and herbicide sprayers.
Follow all safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and colleagues.
Maintain equipment inventory and ensure proper storage and transportation.
Operate/maintain company vehicle and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license.
Collaboration and Communication
Work collaboratively with project teams, landowners, and volunteers.
Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding project status, challenges, and needs.
Participate in training sessions and team meetings.
Reporting and Documentation
Assist in the preparation of progress reports and project documentation.
Document field activities with photographs, notes, and data entry.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in or Life Sciences (Ecology, Environmental Science, Botany, Biology, Fisheries, Forestry), Construction Science and Management, Surveying or Civil Engineering. Degree requirements may be waved with comparable work experience/training in one of these fields with demonstrated progressively increasing responsibilities. Work experience in lieu of a formal degree to be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Experience: 2 years of working in large scale earth moving, excavation, and grading operations or 2 years conducting construction oversight/management. AND One or more years' experience or comparable class work/training in AutoCAD required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: Candidates who also possess training in fluvial geomorphology and/or previous experience implementing restoration projects will be preferred. Formal stream morphology training or Rosen Level 1 is a plus.
Desired Skills:
Proficient with Microsoft Office computer programs (i.e. Word, Excel etc.)
Strong technical writing capabilities with excellent communication skills
Proficient with AutoCAD / Civil 3D - Formal coursework or equivalent work experience
The candidate should be technically proficient with various modes of surveying instruments including but not limited to Total Station, GPS-based surveying systems and rotating laser levels.
Autonomous, highly motivated individual that can communicate effectively, document work activities, solve problems and troubleshoot in an earth moving and heavy equipment atmosphere.
A strong desire to improve the environment and passion for restoration
A creative design-minded individual that can operate in a design-build setting
Work Environment
This is predominantly a field work position working outside with a specialized construction crew throughout the year. On an annual basis work duties would be approximately 75% field and 25% office. During the field season, approximately April thro

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