Senior Crew Member
Senior Crew Member
Regular, Full-Time
Reports to: Senior Crew Leader
Job Overview:
A Senior Crew Member will be an essential part of the Howard Ecoworks team in leading the implementation of environmental services, including the installation of landscaping projects such as conservation landscapes, tree installations, rain gardens, and more. The Ecoworks Senior Crew is responsible for the delivery of the Rent-an-EcoCrew service, which involves client interaction and project management. Additional work will include performing maintenance of stream restoration projects, removing debris from waterways, maintenance of bioretentions, rain gardens, conservation landscapes, and more. The Senior Crew Member is an integral part of the field team by providing experience, knowledge, and support to the Program Participants (Uplift and READY crews). The Senior Crew Member will be responsible for the support of general company field operations, including site inspections, vehicle, tool, and Holly Hills property upkeep, and more operational duties as assigned.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Construction and maintenance of environmental landscaping practices such as; conservation landscapes, rain gardens, native tree plantings, and stream restoration projects
Read and implement work plans and project designs to ensure proper execution of services
Inspect and attend to local streams after major storm events including removing debris from waterways
Completing daily tool inventory
Collection of and reporting daily project photos
Properly use, store and care for all field equipment, tools, materials, etc.
Driving/usage of company vehicles in accordance with company policies
Support Program participants, as needed, in guiding performance of daily field operations tasks
In-field training support for Program participants including tool usage, site safety, field skills, etc.
Assign work tasks to and direct Crew(s) throughout daily field operations should Senior Crew Lead be unavailable/absent
Qualifications & Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Previous experience working in landscaping, stormwater management, or other similar environmental field work
Preference given to those who have completed a Howard Ecoworks Program (Uplift / READY)
Ability to work in a variety of outdoor settings including forests and streams
Able to work with a team as well as independently
Able to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 40 pounds
Minimum basic level of native and invasive plant species identification
Must have reliable transportation to meeting location in Glenwood, MD
Must be dependable
Preferred Qualifications:
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to obtain DOT medical examiner certification
Experience driving a truck and trailer
Passion and/or interest in the outdoors
Passion for conservation, restoration and environmental issues
Flexible with changes in day-to-day tasks
Wage: $17.25/hr
Benefits:
Access to company benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Holidays and 120 hours of Paid Time Off, prorated based on actual hours worked / week
Retirement Plan with employer match after 1 year of service
Professional development opportunities, such as workshops / industry conferences
Access to employer-provided Employee Assistance Program and life and ADD (accidental death and dismemberment) insurance
Job Timeline:
This is ideally a full-time position, although part-time positions may be negotiated. Standard field crew hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Weekend work opportunities may be available, but are not mandatory. Work in the field is weather-dependent. Indoor training and professional development opportunities may be offered on bad-weather days, if possible.
Application & Interview Process:
Our process requires filling out an application and submitting a current resume. Your resume will be reviewed by a staff member. If you meet our qualifications, we will respond to you to schedule an interview.