What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Areas Technician position at Mariani Landscape?
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Job Overview
A Natural Areas Technician responsible for the restoration and stewardship of natural areas. Use industry standard techniques to remove invasive plants and promote the health and beauty of native ecosystems. This includes, but is not limited to ecological mowing, hand and mechanical removal of plants, applying herbicides, and assisting in prescribed burns.
Responsibilities and Duties
Physically remove invasive plants to allow native plants to compete successfully and flourish
Mix and apply herbicide according to the label
Haul and load plant refuse and clean up the job site
Follow instructions given to you by your production coordinator or crew leader
Maintain high standard of quality
Participate in all necessary training regarding equipment, safety, plant identification, and work procedures
Job Requirements
Possess a valid Illinois or Wisconsin Applicator pesticide license
Ability to use mowers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, pruners and handsaws
Demonstrate an acceptable level of basic plant recognition and horticultural knowledge
Ability to lift and move heavy objects (50 lbs.)
Ability to work outside in various conditions
Some natural areas restoration experience
S130/S190 or Midwest Ecological Prescription Burn Crew Member Certificate
Ability to use chainsaw
The Perks
401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
FSA/HSA
PerkSpot
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Paid time Off
Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)
Pay Transparency
Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.
Position Range:
$17.29 - $20.00
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $17 - $20
