Ecosystem Restoration Specialist

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Ecosystem Restoration Technician to join our team in Brookfield, WI. As a key member of our environmental services group, you will play a critical role in leading field crews and implementing projects to conserve, restore, and manage prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and other native habitats.

• Lead field crews in carrying out tasks related to ecosystem restoration and management on sites ranging from one to 100s of acres.
• Perform invasive species identification and control, native seeding and planting, prescribed burning, installation of erosion control best management practices, and brush and tree removal.
• Demonstrate skills and experience with field tasks such as plant identification, invasive species control methods, ecological restoration techniques, and natural area assessments.
• Lead field efforts for planning, collection, and documentation of field and written/tabular data for various restoration tasks.
• Implement a safety-first mindset and apply all established health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) standards during all office and field operations.

• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Organized and capable of leading work assignments with attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret herbicide labels and Safety Data Sheets and apply herbicides following label instructions and safety procedures.
• Commitment to producing high-quality in-field work products.
• Ability to walk 4-6 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
• A good driving record and valid state driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to travel regularly during the field season.
• Ability to obtain state Pesticide Applicators licenses within one month, including applicable categories for herbicide application in natural areas and aquatic environments.
• Positive, safety-first attitude.

• Applied knowledge of upper Midwest native and invasive species, plant identification, natural areas, and ecology.
• Demonstrated experience with crew or volunteer leadership, mentorship, and effective team communication.
• Ability to operate and conduct routine preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment and tools that includes light and heavy-duty trucks and trailers, chainsaws / brush saws, backpack herbicide sprayers, ATVs / UTVs and tractors.
• National Wildfire Coordinating Group Wildland Fire Intro (S-130 / S-190 / L-180).
• ATV / UTV and chainsaw safety training.
• Valid commercial driver's license and/or Federal DOT Medical card.
• Previous experience utilizing iPads and familiarity with computers, tablets, and GPS units.
• Pursuing or have obtained Undergraduate or Associates Degree in an environmental discipline.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We're a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that's critical to our clients and the communities they support.

Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.