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Environmental Field Technician

Habitat Management, Inc., Farmington, NM, United States


## Description**POSITION SUMMARY:**

Habitat Management, Inc.—an environmental consulting firm focused on ecological restoration and land

management—is hiring Environmental Field Technicians for the 2026 field season. This is a

hands-on, outdoor role ideal for college students, recent grads, or anyone studying environmental

science, biology, ecology, or natural resources who wants real-world experience beyond the classroom.This seasonal position starts in the April/May time frame (weather dependent) and runs through the

fall, offering paid, field-based experience that builds skills employers in environmental and natural resource

fields are looking for.**What You’ll Be Doing**

You’ll be part of a field team restoring and protecting land across Colorado. Duties may include:

• Managing noxious weeds and invasive species

• Identifying, mapping, planting, and seeding native vegetation

• Supporting erosion control and land restoration projects

• Operating and maintaining ATV/UTV and field equipment

• Installing log and straw sediment control barriers

• Collecting GPS data and navigating remote job sites

• Performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting 50+ pounds

• Following safety protocols in dynamic outdoor environments**Why You’ll Love This Role**

• Work outside every day in Colorado’s natural landscapes

• Gain resume-boosting field experience in ecological restoration

• Operate ATVs/UTVs and learn equipment maintenance

• Build practical skills in plant identification, GPS mapping, and erosion control

• Flexible field schedules that work around school commitments

• Potential internship credit (where applicable)## Qualifications**What We’re Looking For**

• Physically strong, highly motivated individuals who enjoy hands-on work

• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and terrain

• Adaptable, dependable, and eager to learn new skills

• Mechanically inclined is a plus

• Must live in the greater Denver area

• Must have a reliable vehicle for personal transportation**Requirements**

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background and drug testing**Not Required—but a Big Plus**

• Coursework or college credit in natural sciences

• MSHA certification

• Colorado or New Mexico Supervisor Pesticide Applicator License

• Experience operating heavy equipment (skid steer, mini-excavator, backhoe)**Schedule & Details**

• Full-time / Seasonal / Internship eligible

• Monday–Friday with some travel

• In-person, field-based workIf you want a job that gets you out of the classroom, into the field, and making a real environmental impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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