Restoration Technician

Terraformation
Full-time
North-West Hawaiʻi Island (Kona/Waimea/Kohala)
$21-$26 per hour, plus equity and benefits
Posted on a month ago

Job Description

Terraformation is seeking a Restoration Technician to support reforestation projects across Hawaiʻi, contributing to the restoration of native forests and demonstrating effective methods globally.

Responsibilities

  • Implement restoration projects
  • Plant, maintain, and monitor restoration plants
  • Control weeds using various methods
  • Handle pesticides appropriately
  • Move rocks and hand-pick in the field
  • Repair fence lines
  • Maintain equipment and machinery
  • Set up and maintain irrigation lines
  • Record GPS locations
  • Maintain organization and cleanliness
  • Document and report field conditions
  • Participate in meetings and trainings
  • Follow guidelines and instructions
  • Conduct product testing
  • Attend community events
  • Assist with nursery tasks

Requirements

  • Experience operating power tools and field equipment
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to work in dry and wet conditions
  • Valid driver’s license
  • 1+ years of forestry fieldwork experience (preferred)
  • Ability to identify common native plants (preferred)
  • Experience in conservation in Hawaiʻi (preferred)
  • Understanding of Hawaiian culture (preferred)
  • Passion for addressing climate change (preferred)

Benefits

  • No benefits