Invasive Plant Crew Member
Quick answer
Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC is hiring a full-time, field-based Invasive Plant Crew Member in Myerstown, PA, paying $22-$27 per hour to conduct wetland and forest restoration.
- Role
- Invasive Plant Crew Member
- Organization
- Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC
- Location
- Myerstown, Pennsylvania (with travel throughout Eastern PA and NJ)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $22 - $27 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC is seeking a full-time Invasive Plant Crew Member to conduct wetland and forest restoration projects. The role involves mechanical and chemical treatment of invasive plants, tree seedling maintenance, and fence upkeep across Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Candidates must be comfortable with labor-intensive outdoor fieldwork in varying weather conditions and are required to engage in overnight travel.
What you'll do
- Conduct mechanical and chemical treatment of invasive plant species.
- Perform tree seedling and sapling maintenance tasks.
- Maintain deer fencing and remove tree tubes as required.
- Operate field equipment such as backpack sprayers and chainsaws.
- Engage in overnight travel to various work sites.
What it takes
- Associate’s degree or two years of relevant college coursework preferred.
- Experience in identifying eastern U.S. tree and invasive plant species.
- Ability to carry a 30-pound pack and lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Must pass a background check and drug test.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation/Sick Leave
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is a labor-intensive field position that requires working outdoors at various sites in Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays between $22 and $27 per hour.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Applicants should have some experience identifying tree and invasive plant species and the physical ability to carry 30-pound packs and lift 50 pounds.
How do I apply for this job?
Please send a résumé, cover letter, and three references to Jacob Shultz at [email protected].
How to apply
Apply directly on Shultz Forest Management and Consulting LLC's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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