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Environmental Field Technician

Farmington, NM 87401Posted Today

Job 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)

 

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 work

If 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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