Field Ecologist

Marek Landscaping, LLC is a design-build firm founded in 1996 that provides sustainable design, construction, and stewardship. We focus on natural areas management, shoreline stabilization, green infrastructure, trails, and parks. With low-impact design methods, we use native plants and natural materials to design, construct, and support ecologically functional systems for public, private, and NGO clients. Current projects include bluff, shoreline, and wetland restorations.

We are a small, tight-knit firm with a passion for community activism. We invest in our team members with continued education opportunities and training. Share your love of the outdoors, ecology, and quality workmanship with a team of people who want to make a difference

**We are currently seeking a Field Ecologist to**:

- Conduct aspects of native habitat restoration projects, including:

- Tree and brush cutting and removal.
- Planting, seeding, soil preparation, and erosion control material installation.
- Monitoring, surveying, or sample collection.
- Prescribed burn implementation
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment safely and efficiently daily.
- Operation of power tools, and other specialized equipment.
- Work independently and as part of a team, following instructions.
- Occasionally participate in landscaping hardscape and softscape projects.

We will help you achieve:

- Knowledge of local plant taxonomy in Southeastern Wisconsin, including plant ID.
- Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator License (3.0, 5.0, 6.0).
- Prescribed fire training (S-130, S-131, S-190, S-290).

Minimum Qualifications:

- Capability to work during the field season in various outdoor conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, and rain or snow.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift.
- Effective communication and strong time management skills.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

**Benefits**:

- 4 day work week (Four 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday weather dependent) with flexible time off
- Gear stipend
- Health insurance reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Accrued vacation
- Company sponsored professional development opportunities

Marek Landscaping LLC provides an equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, belief, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Pay: $16.00 - $26.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Ecological restoration: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Pesticide Applicator’s License (preferred)

Job-related location requirement:
Work Location: In person