Environmental Field Supervisor

Job Description

Job description

Environmental Field Supervisor

Environmental Quality, Inc.

Jupiter, FL 33458

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Job Category: Full-time employment

Salary: $60,000

Environmental Quality, Inc. (EQI), founded in 1990, is a multi-disciplined environmental contractor and consultant that provides a broad spectrum of services to government and private industry. EQI is committed to quality, from project planning through completion. For each and every project, EQI adheres to stringent quality assurance/quality control protocols that are relevant and appropriate for the success of the assignment. The development and implementation of project specific Standard Operating Procedures coupled with Staff training are routine at EQI and ensure consistent superior performance and results. Our dedication to practical, cost-effective solutions has built our strong reputation for technical excellence, highest quality outcomes, and diversity of skills to meet our clients’ needs. We are committed to providing optimal solutions to today’s challenges across the nation and around the world and to preparing for tomorrow’s environmental trends. Our team of professionals apply their extensive knowledge and expertise to assist our clients in the following areas:

• Exotic and Nuisance Species Control, Land Management and Monitoring
• Upland, Wetland and Coastal Habitat Restoration
• Harvest, Propagation and Installation of Native Plants
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

EQI's Field Supervisors are responsible for leading and managing the performance of an Invasive Plant Management Team treating invasive exotic plants utilizing a variety of techniques including chemical, mechanical and physical methods while demonstrating the ability to improvise, adapt and overcome challenging situations in the field.

Travel is expected to be consistent and encompass all areas within Florida, with certain projects requiring out of state travel. Extended hours in variable weather conditions are often encountered. Field Supervisors must be highly flexible, possess a strong work ethic and have a good attitude.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 4 years’ experience working in the invasive plant industry,
• Current Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) applicator license in Core, Aquatic, and Natural Areas categories,
• Experience working in hostile terrain; knowledge of poisonous plants and animals and biting insects,
• Ability to accurately identify Florida native and invasive and exotic terrestrial and aquatic plants,
• Ability to travel frequently for significant amounts of time,
• Ability to withstand long hours of physically challenging work in adverse tropical climates including high temperatures and humidity,
• Valid Florida driver’s license and a clean driving record,
• Knowledge of data and record keeping including ability to operate GPS receiver,
• Ability to operate and conduct field maintenance of airboats, ATV’s, swamp buggies, and similar vehicles; and avoid hazards associated with the operation of such equipment,
• Conduct daily inspection and maintenance of truck and field equipment,
• Conduct daily inspection and inventory of safety equipment for him/herself and crew,
• Proficient in Microsoft suite
• Ability to properly complete Daily Progress Reports (DPR’s),
• Proficient with invasive plant and herbicide applicator management and safety protocols,
• Operate spray apparatus, including electric pump, gas powered pumps, and hand pumps, and
• Self-motivated with the ability to plan, direct, and supervise 10 to 15-person crew.
  
  

It is preferable for Candidates to possess a Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in an Environmental Science related discipline, or be in pursuit of such a degree.

Successful applicant will have a genuine love of the outdoors, a positive attitude, and good communication skills with bilingual (English/Spanish) skills ideal.

Ability to plan, prepare, and monitor budget expenditures in order to ensure complete and efficient projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

medical/ dental

PTO

Potential Bonuses

IRA match

Work Location: Jupiter, Florida – travel typically 4-5 days per week

• This Job Is: A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  
  

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
  
  

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  
  

Work Remotely

• No
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
  
  

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
  
  

Work Location: On the road