Wildlife Restoration Technician

About This Role

This role involves assisting with wildlife habitat restoration, including tree planting, site preparation, and invasive species management. The technician will install and maintain restoration treatments, operate field equipment, and conduct monitoring surveys. It suits an individual with basic knowledge of natural resource management who can work independently in remote outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with wildlife habitat restoration activities, including tree planting, site preparation, erosion control, access management, and invasive species management
• Install and maintain restoration treatments in accordance with project plans and environmental best management practices
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and restoration equipment to complete field activities
• Conduct vegetation, wildlife, and habitat monitoring surveys using established protocols
• Collect, record, and manage field data using GPS units, tablets, mobile applications, and field forms
• Install, maintain, and retrieve wildlife cameras, monitoring equipment, signage, and other field assets
• Document restoration progress through photographs, GPS mapping, and field notes
• Inspect, clean, and maintain field equipment, vehicles, trailers, ATVs/UTVs, and tools
• Follow all company health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and safe work practices
• Participate in hazard assessments and identify, report, and help mitigate safety or environmental concerns
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain a safe work environment
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, field crews, contractors, Indigenous partners, clients, and other stakeholders
• Represent the company professionally while working with project partners, landowners, and members of the public
• Provide day-to-day guidance to field technicians, promoting safe work practices and proper field procedures
• Assist with coordinating field activities and ensuring work is completed safely and according to project requirements
• Communicate project progress, field observations, and operational concerns to the Wildlife Restoration Coordinator or Project Manager
• Support the training and onboarding of new field staff
• Assist with project mobilization, demobilization, site setup, and field logistics
• Maintain organized field supplies, equipment, and inventory
• Support routine vehicle, trailer, and equipment maintenance activities
• Participate in company training, safety meetings, and professional development programs
• Assist with public outreach, volunteer events, and educational activities related to habitat restoration as needed
• Support forestry, environmental, reclamation, restoration, and other natural resource projects as operational needs require