What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Ecological Restoration Technician position at Heartland Ecological Group?
Join Our Team to Make an Impact!
At Heartland Ecological Group, Inc., we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. As a woman-
owned business rooted in Wisconsin, we’re committed to excellence in ecological solutions across the Midwest. Our
team works on high-impact projects in natural resource assessments, GIS, regulatory compliance, and restoration for
a wide variety of clients. Join us to help shape resilient ecosystems and sustainable communities.
Why Choose Heartland?
- Community and Collaboration: Experience a supportive, close-knit work environment where every team
meaningful projects that make a difference.
- Professional Growth: We’re growing, and we prioritize our team’s development. With direct mentorship
science and regulatory policy.
- Diverse and Impactful Work: Gain exposure to a wide range of field and office tasks—from GIS mapping
engaging and fulfilling.
Position Overview
This is an entry to mid-level seasonal position (spring –fall) that will be 30 to 40 hours per week.
As a Seasonal Ecological Restoration Technician, you will collaborate with our Senior Ecologists and Senior Ecological
Restoration Technicians to apply field-based tools and techniques to restore wetland, prairie, and woodland
ecosystems. You will also apply your technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, safety-focused mindset, and passion
to help us achieve our project-specific restoration objectives.
Typical restoration tasks will include invasive species control, habitat establishment, natural areas stewardship, and
forest management. Successful staff in this position will be provided the opportunity to assist on other project tasks
like botanical surveys, ecological designs, habitat assessments, wetland mitigation bank monitoring, and
environmental compliance monitoring.
Qualifications
- Degree in biology, ecology, natural resources, or related field
- Ability and willingness to complete field work in remote areas, in difficult terrain, and various field and
- Pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
- National Wildland Fire Coordinating Group courses: S-130, S-190, and L-180, or similar
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to walk up to five miles and lift up to 50 lbs
- Travel for extended periods of time may be required
Position Location
- Mount Horeb, Wisconsin
Apply Now
Take the next step in your career—email your resume to hello@heartlandecological.com and visit us at
www.heartlandecological.com/careers.