More than 3,000 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international team with local expertise. You could say we know a little something about the environment. Our passion for it drives our work. Grounded by safety, quality, and ethics, we know what it takes to balance competing project interests with creativity and efficiency. We know what to look for. And we know how to get the job done—the right way. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

Advance your career in the natural resources field by gaining experience supporting projects to conserve, restore, and manage prairies, wetlands, woodlands, and other native habitats while expanding your network to include industry-leading scientists and environmental professionals.

This ecosystem restoration team works on a variety of projects in natural areas including properties owned by forest preserve districts, state and federal agencies, municipalities, energy providers, and private landowners.

This is a short term full-time (40+ hours per week) seasonal position. This position supports projects on a seasonal basis, anticipated to start in March 2025 through October 2025. The length of employment can be extended or converted to long term based on an employee’s demonstrated exemplary performance. Start and end dates can be flexible to accommodate academic schedules.

Project sites are generally within 60-90 miles of the two local offices, Monee and Naperville.

Your Key Responsibilities

Working with 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, and skid loaders with various attachments. Demonstrating 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. Implementing a safety-first mindset and applying all established health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) standards during all office and field operations.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Positive, safety-first attitude. 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. Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions. Ability to obtain state Pesticide Applicators licenses within one month, including applicable categories for herbicide application in natural areas and aquatic environments. A good driving record and valid state driver's license. Where lawful and at Stantec’s discretion, your passing drug and alcohol testing.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent. Pursuing or have obtained undergraduate or associate’s degree in an environmental discipline, preferred. 0 to 1+ years of experience in natural areas management techniques including herbicide applications, cutting / mowing, controlled burning, and native planting.

Hiring Season: Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis starting in Fall 2024. If there is a delay in receiving a response, applications will remain active. Best efforts are given to review applications timely; however, hiring is handled in cycles.

Past Applicants: Past applicants are encouraged to reapply if not selected from previous years.

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.

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. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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