Environmental Scientist in Training

KCI Technologies is hiring an entry-level Environmental Scientist in Training for its Indianapolis, IN office. The role involves conducting monitoring and land management at ecological restoration sites across Indiana, including vegetation restoration, surveys, and data collection. This full-time, seasonal position requires travel and offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive, employee-owned company that values diversity and inclusion.
Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

We are hiring an entry level environmental scientist to conduct monitoring and land management activities at multiple stream and wetland ecological restoration sites throughout Indiana. The position will be based in our Indianapolis, IN office. Travel throughout the state with multiple overnights is for this position. Job duties include vegetation restoration, stream and wetland survey and monitoring, invasive species management, data collection and report writing. The position will likely be engaged with our drone conservation specialty services business line. This is a full-time, seasonal position with anticipated 40+ hours/week beginning approximately April 1st and ending October 31st.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other
• Knowledge of invasive species treatment techniques including chemical and mechanical means.
• Ability to identify Midwest native and invasive species.
• Ability to hike off-trail through dense brush.
• Strong navigational skills to locate key features within the restoration sites is ideal.
• A rigorous work ethic, organizational ability, problem-solving approach, strong communication, documentation, and time management skills are for this position.

The ideal candidate will be able to work on a team, maintain attention to detail, accurately document activities, and work with minimal guidance at times.

 

Degrees / License
• BS in Biology, Conservation, Ecology, Environmental Science, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Forestry or equivalent.
• Current Indiana (or surrounding reciprocal state) herbicide applicator license or ability to obtain license.
• Current driver’s license and experience driving long distances.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate (sUAS) is a plus.

Other
• Ability to work in a team environment with individuals in other geographies is a requirement of this opportunity.
• Overnight travel (typically Monday through Thursday) is the normal work schedule.
• Must be able to lift weights up to 50lbs, wear personal protective equipment, and be familiar with field equipment operation.
• This is a field-based position, and the successful applicant will be exposed tovarious weather, environmental conditions, and outdoor hazards including heat and thorny brush.
• Pre-employment drug testing is as a condition of employment.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 0 -2 years of professional experience. Appropriate professional certification preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.