Restoration Technician

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC invites applications for a full-time temporary Restoration Technician role in Warrenton, Virginia, focused on outdoor field work that advances ecological recovery projects through late November.

What This Role Involves

This Restoration Technician opening near Warrenton centers on practical support for stream recovery efforts, stormwater initiatives, planting work, invasive species control, and site monitoring. Based at the local office, the position suits motivated entry-level candidates or those with natural resources background who want training, growth, commercial applicator licensing chances, broader company exposure, and progression pathways. Roughly 90 percent of time occurs outside, and regional travel throughout Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia is expected, occasionally requiring overnight stays lasting two to four nights.

Your Responsibilities

• Operate specialized outdoor equipment including large trucks, UTVs, brush cutters, cutting tools, and chainsaws while prioritizing safety at all times
• Navigate sites and record activities via GPS mapping tools
• Prepare and apply herbicides with backpack and hand sprayers to control unwanted vegetation
• Recognize both native and non-native plant varieties to shape daily decisions
• Support invasive species management plans that restore ecosystem health
• Execute planting and seeding methods that revitalize project areas
• Contribute to vegetation checks, stream upkeep, and additional field support tasks
• Flag equipment service needs and complete basic maintenance

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Dependable transportation to reach the field office
• Genuine enthusiasm for natural resources and outdoor settings
• Physical and mental readiness for extended outdoor shifts in every weather condition
• Capacity to lift 50 pounds and traverse streams, wetlands, slopes, and uneven ground
• Preferred: one or more years of ecological restoration or natural resources field work
• Preferred: ability to interpret project plans, details, and specifications
• Preferred: commercial pesticide technician or apprentice license in relevant categories
• Preferred: solid knowledge of native and invasive plants plus one or more years of herbicide mixing and application experience.
• Preferred: one or more years performing planting and seeding techniques

Working at Resource Environmental Solutions LLC

Resource Environmental Solutions LLC is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment that emphasizes initiative, reliability, open communication, and continuous learning so staff can adapt effectively, restore habitats, and protect resources while gaining on-site education.

Next Steps

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