What are the responsibilities and job description for the Habitat Restoration Specialist I position at Northwest Landscape Services?
NORTHWEST LANDSCAPE | MONARCH TREE SERVICES
Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First!
Monarch Landscape Companies’ Sustainable Solutions Group (SSG) specializes in invasive plant management, habitat restoration, NGPA (Native Growth Protection Area) rehabilitation, and retention/detention pond maintenance throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are seeking motivated individuals to join our growing team as Habitat Restoration Specialists. This role is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work, environmental stewardship, and hands-on restoration of natural spaces.
This posting remains open year-round as we are always looking for great people to join our team! If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application and we will reach out shortly.
Experience
- Habitat restoration or landscape experience preferred, but not required (training provided).
Licenses / Certifications
- Valid state driver’s license strongly preferred.
- Washington State Pesticide Applicator License preferred (or willingness to obtain).
Skills & Abilities
- Apply common-sense problem solving to field conditions.
- Work effectively in standardized situations with occasional variability.
- Communicate clearly with crew members and managers in English (bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred).
- Strong commitment to high-quality work and environmental stewardship.
- Safely operate commercial landscape and restoration equipment (hand tools, power tools, backpack sprayers, brush cutters, wheelbarrows, chipper, stump grinder, compact tractors, etc.).
- Complete assigned tasks on time with attention to detail and safety.
Essential Duties
- Perform habitat restoration tasks, including: Native plant installation and care.
- Mulching and soil preparation.
- Noxious/invasive weed identification and control (manual, mechanical, and chemical methods).
- Safely operate restoration and landscape equipment such as brush cutters, chainsaws, backpack blowers, sprayers, ditch witch, tractors, and bobcats.
- Assist with training and mentoring of crew members.
- Promote and maintain safe working conditions in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Develop positive working relationships with managers, team members, and clients.
- Show up on time, follow company dress/PPE guidelines, and complete daily assignments efficiently.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, crouch, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
- Frequent lifting, carrying, or moving up to 50 pounds.
- Comfortable working on uneven, narrow, or slippery surfaces.
- Regular use of hands and tools requiring fine motor skills.
- Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Work Environment
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions (rain, heat, cold, etc.).
- Frequent exposure to loud equipment noise.
- Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, airborne particles, or herbicides (PPE provided).
- Regular use of mechanical equipment such as brush cutters, compact machinery, and sprayers.
Total Rewards
At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:
- The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances
- Company Provided Life/AD&D
- Employee Assistance Program
- 7 Paid Holidays
- 3 Days Paid Bereavement
- 5 Days Paid Jury Duty
- Employee Equity Program
- Paid Time Off Starting at 1 week per year
- Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
- On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
- Referral Bonuses Programs
- Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
- Education Assistance
- Best-in-Class Learning Management System
- Career Advancement Opportunities
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.
Pay range: $19.00 - $25.00
Salary : $19 - $25