Ripple EcoSolutions Job Description
Job Title: Vegetation Management Team Member
Reports To: Vegetation Management Team Leader.
General duties:
Assist in the vegetative management component of stream restoration and wetland construction through the use of native woody and herbaceous plants and assist in the removal of invasive species related to riparian buffers and restoration sites.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position requires the team member to work outside in varied conditions in all types of weather,
have the ability to identify plants, both desirable native plants and undesirable non-native plants.
- Operates transportation equipment such as 4X4 truck with or without trailer for the purpose of traveling to work sites in a safe and courteous manner.
- Conducts daily inspection and maintenance of truck and equipment.
- Conducts daily inspection and inventory of safety equipment for him/herself and crew.
- Transfers, mixes, transports, and applies non-restricted use herbicides (NRH) and adjuvants or directly supervises. All instructions must be followed as labeled for all activities.
- Operates equipment as needed for the proper application of herbicides and adjuvants, proper use of application equipment, including backpack sprayer, ATV, and 4X4 truck.
- Operates spray apparatus, including electric pump, gas powered pumps, and hand pumps.
- Conducts daily inspections and maintenance of equipment and spray apparatus.
- Communicates well with Vegetation Management Team Leader.
- Conducts support duties such as errands, routine maintenance, and shop cleanup as directed by the Vegetation Management Team Leader.
- Maintains appearance and attitude in such a way as to positively portray the company in the public’s view.
- Adheres to label instructions and Safety Guidelines in all aspects of work.
- Maintain driving record in compliance with insurance carrier’s criteria.
- Ability to correctly identify all invasive plant with minimal review, and to discriminate invasive plants from any native vegetation of similar appearance.
- Have a sound academic knowledge of ecological principles as they relate to vegetation management.
- Have a working, current knowledge of resource management methods, biological processes and vegetation sample techniques.
- Have knowledge of data organization, record keeping, and global positioning system (GPS).
- Knowledge, ability, and willingness to handle herbicides in the course of vegetation management.
- Ability to work under adverse physical and weather conditions, including high humidity and temperatures, inclement weather, exposure to poisonous plants, biting insects, and in difficult terrain.
- Ability to mix, handle, and apply herbicides in accordance with label directions and crew supervisor instructions
- Ability to handle and maintain tools, equipment, and supplies in good working order for daily operations.
- Ability to properly plant Bare root, live stake, tubling, containerized and Balled and Burlap plant material as directed
- Perform on-the-ground management
- Participation in training activities
Minimum Education/Degree Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Being in the process of completing a B.S. with a field of study in the following is prefered: environmental science, natural resources, biological sciences, ecology, forestry, wildlife management, or a related field.
Training/Certification Requirements
- Possess a current applicators license issued from the appropriate state regulatory authority listing the appropriate application category, or have the ability to take and pass pesticide licensing exam
- Be trained in the operation of chainsaws, brushcutters.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
NC Pesticide applicators license - Sub-class L or the ability to take and pass NC Pesticide licensing examination
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Can you identify both native and non native plants?
- Are you within commuting distance to Chapel Hill, NC or willing to relocate to this area?
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Pesticide Applicator’s License (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road