Ecosystem Restoration Technician

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that's vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that's naturally committed to the environment.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking passionate and energetic individuals with experience conducting land management and habitat restoration in natural areas of the Ohio River valley. Successful applicants will join a growing group of environmental scientists and practitioners implementing projects to conserve, restore, and manage prairies, streams, wetlands, woodlands, and other native habitats. As an Ecosystem Restoration Supervisor, you will help lead field crews with a focus on safety, innovation, and quality project delivery while in direct contact with Project Managers. Advance your career in the natural resources field by gaining leadership experience and expanding your network to include industry-leading scientists and environmental professionals. This is a full-time position based out of our Cincinnati, OH office location.#StayInquisitive

Your Key Responsibilities

• Working with and leading field crews to carry-out tasks related to ecosystem restoration and management on sites ranging from one to 100s of acres.

• Specific job tasks include invasive species identification and control (herbicide application, cutting, and mowing), native seeding and planting, prescribed burning, and brush and tree removal. Depending on experience and proficiency, equipment operation and tools to conduct the above tasks may include the use of light and heavy-duty trucks and trailers, chainsaws, brush saws, herbicide sprayers, ATVs / UTVs, tractors, skid loaders with various attachments, and various excavators or earth moving equipment.

• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as plant identification, invasive species control methods, ecological restoration techniques, erosion and sediment control methods, and wetland and stream restoration.

• Works directly with Project Managers and senior restoration staff to ensure projects are tracking on time and on budget with specific consideration to scope changes and budget change orders. At times may communicate directly with clients or agency representatives to ensure project goals and objectives are being met.

• Lead field efforts for planning, collection, and documentation of field and written/tabular data for various restoration tasks.

• Implementing a safety-first mindset and applying all established health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) standards during all office and field operations.

• Assists with pricing and proposal/bid development for new opportunities.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Required:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in natural areas management techniques including herbicide applications, cutting / mowing, controlled burning, and native planting.

• Positive, safety-first attitude.

• Demonstrated experience with crew leadership, mentorship, and effective team communication.

• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

• Experience understanding and tracking project budgets and scope.

• 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.

• Pursuing or have obtained Undergraduate or Associates Degree in an environmental discipline.

Preferred:

• Applied knowledge of Ohio River valley/Great Lakes native and invasive species, plant identification, natural areas, and ecology.

• 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, UTVs / ATVs, and tractors.

• National Wildfire Coordinating Group Wildland Fire Intro (S-130 / S-190 / L-180).

• ATV / UTV and chainsaw safety training.

• Current commercial pesticide license

• Previous experience utilizing iPads and familiarity with computers, tablets, and GPS units.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) 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.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | OH | Cincinnati
Organization: BC-2390 EnvSvcs-US ERI
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 29/08/2025 04:08:11
Req ID: 1002083

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