Habitat Restoration Technician

Who We Are

Marine Taxonomic Services, Ltd. is an environmental consulting firm committed to providing innovative solutions for the management and protection of natural resources.

Founded in 1980, MTS is a certified small business with offices in San Diego, CA; Corvallis, OR; and South Lake Tahoe, CA. We have curated a team of curious, self-motivated, and committed individuals who seek to make an impact on our immediate communities as well as contribute to the health of the planet.

Our Mission

To embody a purposeful, values-centered company whose success is built on

• the success of its employees
• the ability to make an impact in the communities we serve
• and the goal to leave a legacy of improving the world we live in so future generations can live healthier, happier lives

Our People

• We work hard.
• We play hard.
• We strive for the highest level of performance.
• We learn through adversity.
• We acknowledge excellence.
• We are human.

Candidates are expected to provide their own gear for working in chest-deep water (waders or wetsuit).

Work schedule includes 40 hours/week. Work in excess of 40 hours/week and/or 10 hours/day may be required to complete project deadlines, including weekend shifts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in an aquatic invasive plant control project in a marsh environment.
• Assist SCUBA divers while working on boats, from shore, and while wading.
• Remove benthic barriers, carry gravel bags, and other ballast materials and supplies.
• Build and maintain fences.
• Use chainsaws, brush cutters, and hand tools to remove emergent woody vegetation.
• Drive ATVs, UTVs, 4×4 trucks, and trailers to move people and equipment throughout the project site.

Professional Requirements and Certifications

REQUIRED

• One full year of related work experience.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass a background security clearance
• Ability to proficiently drive vehicles in 4-wheel drive conditions
• Ability to perform heavy lifting (50+ pounds)
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity, work in wet and cold conditions, and work extended hours. This is a physically demanding and mentally taxing project in the outdoors. Field work can, at times, be tedious.
• Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.

PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Wildlife, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or similar discipline; OR coursework toward a degree in these fields
• Ability to proficiently operate a chainsaw or brush cutter, and/or chainsaw/brush cutter certification
• Motorized boating experience and/or boater’s safety course
• Trailer towing experience
• ATV operations or ATV certified
• Use of remote mapping software
• Small engine maintenance
• Familiarity with aquatic invasive plant control efforts in the Lake Tahoe Basin

To apply, please submit 1) current resume, 2) a cover letter, not to exceed 1-page synthesizing your experience and qualifications that have prepared you for this position, and 3) names and contact information for two recent references who can confirm your experience, skills, and abilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: In person