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Position Overview
Davey Resource Group Inc. (DRG) is seeking persons interested in natural resources careers, as an Environmental Technician. DRG provides a full array of horticultural, ecological stewardship, lakeshore, ravine, streambank, and bluff restoration to clients in the private and public sectors throughout the Midwest.
This position will assist with Asian Longhorn Beetle (ALB) ground survey and ecological restoration!
Job Duties
Position Description and Responsibilities Duties: Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team. Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, streambank, lake shore, ravine, and bluff stabilization and restoration, prescribed burning and other types of habitat restoration. The position is full-time but depends on workload and weather conditions. Majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, etc.
Qualifications
Desired qualifications: Possession of or be willing to obtain an Illinois Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required. Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification, and native plant identification a plus. Training in chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV beneficial. A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields is preferred.
Applicants should be college graduates with a minimum of a two-year degree from an accredited University or College in forestry, urban forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, plant biology, conservation, or environmental science or related fields.
Candidates must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and Google. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and be able to report directly to the work site. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills, professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, Inc., headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities for persons interested in the field of urban forestry. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety. Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sectors, including urban forestry consulting and tree inventories, urban forest canopy assessments, and urban forestry management plans.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Locations: Cincinnati, OH
Additional Locations: Bethel, OH
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 225721
Position Overview
Davey Resource Group Inc. (DRG) is seeking persons interested in natural resources careers, as an Environmental Technician. DRG provides a full array of horticultural, ecological stewardship, lakeshore, ravine, streambank, and bluff restoration to clients in the private and public sectors throughout the Midwest.
This position will assist with Asian Longhorn Beetle (ALB) ground survey and ecological restoration!
Job Duties
Position Description and Responsibilities Duties: Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team. Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, streambank, lake shore, ravine, and bluff stabilization and restoration, prescribed burning and other types of habitat restoration. The position is full-time but depends on workload and weather conditions. Majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, etc.
Qualifications
Desired qualifications: Possession of or be willing to obtain an Illinois Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required. Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification, and native plant identification a plus. Training in chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV beneficial. A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields is preferred.
Applicants should be college graduates with a minimum of a two-year degree from an accredited University or College in forestry, urban forestry, horticulture, arboriculture, plant biology, conservation, or environmental science or related fields.
Candidates must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and Google. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and be able to report directly to the work site. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills, professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, Inc., headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities for persons interested in the field of urban forestry. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety. Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sectors, including urban forestry consulting and tree inventories, urban forest canopy assessments, and urban forestry management plans.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Locations: Cincinnati, OH
Additional Locations: Bethel, OH
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 225721
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ALG Senior88
- Terracon Consultants35
- Clean Harbors32
- Alliance Technical26
- WSP18
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services276
- Healthcare & Medical Services64
- Technology & Software50
- Education41
- Construction & Real Estate39
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental technician jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or a related natural science field
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with current annual refresher
- Experience collecting soil, water, or air samples following EPA or state standard operating procedures
- Proficiency with field instruments such as photoionization detectors, water-quality meters, and GPS units
- Valid driver's license with a clean record for access to remote or restricted field sites
- Familiarity with chain-of-custody documentation and laboratory sample submission procedures
Tips for Your Environmental Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to site-specific work
List the specific field equipment you've operated, such as water samplers, gas detectors, or soil corers, and name the environmental media you've sampled. Hiring managers scan for these details fast because they signal day-one readiness without extra training.
Highlight certifications front and center
40-hour HAZWOPER, OSHA 30, and state-issued sampling certifications are frequent screening filters in environmental technician listings. Put them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume so they're visible before a recruiter reads your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by project type before applying
Remediation, compliance monitoring, and stormwater inspection are distinct day-to-day jobs even though all three carry the same title. Read the project descriptions carefully and apply to the ones that match your actual field experience, not just the job title.
Prepare to describe your chain-of-custody process
Almost every environmental technician interview includes a scenario question about sample handling and documentation. Walk through your exact chain-of-custody steps out loud before your interview so you can answer clearly under pressure without referencing notes.
Negotiate your per diem and travel terms early
Many environmental technician roles involve overnight or extended field travel. Before you accept an offer, confirm the per diem rate, mileage reimbursement policy, and whether travel time counts as paid hours, because these details vary widely across employers.
Environmental Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental technicians?
The companies hiring the most environmental technicians right now include ALG Senior, Terracon Consultants, and Clean Harbors, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Environmental consulting firms and remediation contractors tend to post the highest volumes year-round.
How many environmental technician jobs are remote?
About 10% of environmental technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most roles. The sub-areas with the greatest remote share are data review, report writing, and compliance documentation positions that don't require on-site sampling.
How do you become an environmental technician?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or a closely related field. Complete your 40-hour HAZWOPER training, which most employers require before your first day in the field. Build hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or entry-level field assistant roles where you practice sampling protocols and chain-of-custody procedures under supervision.
Can you get hired as an environmental technician with little experience?
Yes, many environmental consulting firms hire candidates with limited direct experience if they have relevant coursework, a HAZWOPER card, and a clean driver's license. Demonstrating familiarity with field safety protocols and basic sampling theory in your resume and interview matters more than years on the job at the entry level. Seasonal and field assistant roles are the most common entry points.
What does the environmental technician interview process look like?
Most environmental technician interviews involve a phone screen focused on field safety and certifications, followed by an in-person or video interview with a project manager or senior technician. Expect scenario questions about sample handling, equipment calibration, and responding to unexpected site conditions. Some employers ask you to walk through a hypothetical chain-of-custody situation or describe how you've handled a regulatory inspection.
Where can I find and apply to environmental technician jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and certifications, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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