Seasonal Ecological Restoration Technician Heartland Ecological Group, Inc.

Join Our Team to Make an Impact!

At Heartland Ecological Group, Inc., we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. As a woman-owned business rooted in Wisconsin, we’re committed to excellence in ecological solutions across the Midwest. Our team works on high-impact projects in natural resource assessments, GIS, regulatory compliance, and restoration for a wide variety of clients.

Join us to help shape resilient ecosystems and sustainable communities.

Why Choose Heartland?

• Community and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Experience a supportive, close-knit work environment where every team member’s input is valued. You’ll work directly alongside our leadership team and senior scientists on meaningful projects that make a difference.
• Professional Growth:
  We’re growing, and we prioritize our team’s development. With direct mentorship from expert ecologists, you’ll have the opportunity to build skills and advance your career in environmental science and regulatory policy.
• Diverse and Impactful Work:
  Gain exposure to a wide range of field and office tasks—from GIS mapping and ecological assessments to native restoration and compliance monitoring—ensuring your work stays engaging and fulfilling.

This is an entry- to mid-level seasonal position (spring–fall) with hours typically ranging up to 30-40+ hours per week, and occasionally less depending on weather conditions and project workload.

As a Seasonal Ecological Restoration Technician, you will collaborate with our Senior Ecologists and Senior Ecological Restoration Technicians to apply field-based tools and techniques to restore wetland, prairie, and woodland ecosystems. You will also apply your technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, safety-focused mindset, and passion to help us achieve our project-specific restoration objectives.

Typical restoration tasks will include invasive species control, habitat establishment, natural areas stewardship, and forest management. Successful staff in this position will be provided the opportunity to assist on other project tasks like botanical surveys, ecological designs, habitat assessments, wetland mitigation bank monitoring, and environmental compliance monitoring.

Salary is negotiable. Positions are available in Mount Horeb and Pewaukee, Wisconsin.

• Degree in biology, ecology, natural resources, or related field; or currently pursuing a related degree
• Ability and willingness to complete field work in remote areas, in difficult terrain, and various field and weather conditions
• Pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire Valid driver’s license
• Ability to walk up to five miles and lift up to 50 lbs
• Overnight travel may be required
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude, with a reliable and strong work ethic during physically demanding or challenging workdays

• Pewaukee, Wisconsin

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Heartland Ecological Group, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer