Watershed Restoration Technician

Overview

• Department: Watersheds
• Reports to: Watersheds Program Director
• Supervises: N/A
• Hours of Work: 35 hours/week;
  Non-Exempt
• Pay Range: $21.98/hour

The Watershed Restoration Technician works under the direction of the Watersheds Program Director to conduct maintenance of watershed treatment equipment, develop and advance remediation projects resulting from abandoned mine lands and non-point source pollution, assist in water quality monitoring, and engage the public through community events and water quality education.

Watershed Project Implementation & Infrastructure Maintenance

• Maintenance (both regularly scheduled and unexpected) of acid mine drainage treatment systems including limestone dosers and leach beds;
• Maintain Watersheds Program maintenance database and ODNR maintenance tracker. Review and report data for operational trends, treatment efficiency, and reporting;
• Monitor, coordinate and report on Watersheds Program vehicles, boat and trailer use, scheduling and maintenance;
• Assist Watersheds Program with landowner outreach and communication to complete projects through riparian restoration, canal restoration, orphan well remediation and other projects as assigned;
• Assist Watersheds Program staff and the Environmental Education team in the pursuit of funding for and implementation of outreach and education activities including tours and other events;
• Assist Watersheds Program staff with implementation of riparian restoration efforts such as organizing tree plantings, volunteer engagement and landowner communications;
• Work with Watersheds Program team to assist with chemical and biological monitoring of stream sites throughout Ohio as needed;
• Assist Watersheds Program team to identify and secure resources for the continuation of Rural Action’s Watersheds Program;

Education, Outreach & Partner Engagement

• Participate in regional and statewide partnerships surrounding watershed restoration, including the Appalachian Ohio Watershed Council, ODNR DMRM Technical Advisory Committee, and the Ohio River Basin Alliance;
• Represent Rural Action at events and give presentations on Rural Action and the Watersheds Program as requested;
• Coordinate with the True Pigments LLC team to assist in completion of regional watershed work and education initiatives;
• Participate in Rural Action’s organizational activities and meetings;
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in biology, ecology, or chemistry;
• Knowledge of watersheds and streams;
• Self-starter with detail-oriented focus;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability and proven experience working in the field in uncomfortable conditions;
• Ability to use and maintain hand tools and power equipment such as generators, mowers and trimmers;
• Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds;
• Integrity, credibility, and commitment to Rural Action’s mission;
• Experience with Google suite, Microsoft Word and Excel, database management, email, social media, and other computer software systems;
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed;
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.

Note:

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and references outlining your experience as it relates to this job description to HR , with subject heading:
Watershed Restoration Technician. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired. For priority consideration, please apply by Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

Rural Action is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and is committed to making employment decisions based on merit. We are committed to complying with any and all pertinent Federal, State and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, as well as all laws related to terms and conditions of employment.