Ecological Restoration - Technician
The mission at Prairie Restorations, Inc. is… To produce and provide the highest quality, most ecologically appropriate products and services possible to restore and manage native plant communities.
In accordance with Prairie Restorations, Inc. philosophy, all team members work together sharing in a common goal of a successful, profitable and innovative company. Team members are to demonstrate professionalism, dedication, resourcefulness, integrity, and accountability. All team members are to demonstrate and be role models for all of these core values on a daily basis.
Primary Responsibilities Overview
· To be a primary source of field labor on restoration projects
· To specialize in equipment operations and technical field skills and practices
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide Field Labor on Projects in the following areas
· Soil Preparation
· Seeding
· Planting
· Erosion control
· Hand weeding
· Broadcast and spot herbicide applications
· Small power equipment operations
· Prescribed burning
· Invasive species control
· Tractor operations
Equipment Operations and Technical Practices
· Be a primary source of equipment operations (especially large equipment) for install and management services
· Perform specialized field practices that require technical expertise
· Continually learn and expand knowledge base of both equipment operations and technical skills
Other duties as assigned may include but are not limited to the following
· Mechanical repairs
· Facilities maintenance and repair
· Help at other site location and/or departments
Job Requirements
- Sincere interest in native plant communities.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. often.
- Ability to obtain MnDOT Health Card (PRI pays).
- Valid MN Driver’s License
- Ability to be insured to drive company vehicle by PRI insurance company.
- Comfortable handling herbicides.
- Ability to obtain MN Dept of Ag Pesticide Applicator License(PRI Pays)
- Comfortable with large and small power equipment use.
- Tolerance of working outside in adverse conditions.
- Willingness to sometimes work long/unpredictable hours.