Restoration Technician

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is hiring a Restoration Technician in Elburn, IL. This role involves improving ecological health through tasks like brush removal, prescribed burns, invasive plant management, and equipment operation. The technician will mentor seasonal staff and assist in biological data collection. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance and operating various vehicles. This is a full-time position.
Under direct supervision of the Restoration Crew Leaders, the Restoration Technician performs a wide variety of assigned tasks and projects designed to improve the ecological health of District lands. May assist or mentor seasonals, interns and volunteers on day-to-day operational tasks. Assists with day-to-day restoration and enhancement tasks, including but not limited to: brush removal (utilizing power equipment such as chainsaws, mowers & brush cutters), prescribed burns, management of invasive plants, heavy equipment operation (including tracked skid-steers and tractors), application of pesticides, and harvest and installation of native seed. Assists department staff in the collection of biological data, including tree surveys, floristic inventories and the monitoring of various wildlife species. Conducts routine equipment inspections and performs maintenance and repair of equipment, vehicles and tools. Operates vehicles of various sizes and weights in the loading,...