Field Biologist

Overview

About Us:

Jones Lake Management is a full service lake and pond management specialty company. This company was built on providing unwavering quality solutions and products to our customers! It ALL begins with the employees hired to provide a professional level of service in the field, or at the office.

The position will provide a minimum of 40+ hours per week. Applicants will be trained on the job for the needed skills and continuing education opportunities. Responsibilities include managing customer's aquatic resources through regularly scheduled seasonal visits. Additional practices may include pesticide applications, water quality enhancement, aeration, etc. Employees engage in thorough data entry and processing, providing detailed information on aquatic management.

This role will analyze customers’ needs and provide technical support for products sold, as well as engage in problem solving by working with industry partners and developing solutions for customer projects and requests. This role may also be responsible for seasonal installation and removal of pond aeration equipment, as well as maintenance of fleet vehicle and application equipment.

• This position will focus heavily on Commercial Aquatic Applications within our pond management department.
• Develop and initiate management plans for clients
• Assessment of clients lake and/or pond with the ability to initiate the appropriate management protocol
• Water and sediment sampling
• Aquatic plant sampling and identification
• Installation of aeration systems, and decorative fountains

• Must be well organized, highly motivated, and willing to work well with a team of professionals.
• Possess a current IN driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to drive combination truck/trailer non-CDL capacity and operate motor vehicles for periods of time
• Ability to work out of small boats and be a strong swimmer.

• Need to obtain an Applicators License within 30 days of employment. We will provide training materials to the successful applicant

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bend at waist and/or knees and lift arms at/over shoulder
• Ability to work extended hours in all weather conditions

• Multiple health plans to choose from, including the ability to participate in an HSA.
• Dental, Vision, and Company Paid Life Insurance
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match

If you are passionate about aquatic management and have the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply! We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in many different forms; skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment.

We want you to learn new things in this role, and we encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for. We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem solving and more creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.