Location: Eastern & Central Connecticut
Job Type: Seasonal, Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional weekends as needed
Compensation: $22 per hour
About ArborActive
ArborActive is a Connecticut based, science-driven plant health care and invasive species management company. We provide environmentally responsible solutions for managing invasive plants, preserving native ecosystems, and supporting healthy landscapes across eastern and central CT. Our work serves private clients, commercial properties, land trusts, farms, and municipal lands.
We are seeking motivated Seasonal Invasive Plant Management Technicians to join our field operations team for the spring–fall season. This is hands-on, outdoor work that directly supports restoration of forests, fields, and wetlands throughout the region.
Position Overview
Invasive Plant Management Technicians support ArborActive’s conservation-focused operations by conducting:
- Invasive plant detection and identification
- Mechanical and manual removal (hand-pulling, loppers, brush cutters, root extractors, etc.)
- Herbicide applications under supervision of a CT-licensed Supervisory Applicator
- Site assessments, data collection, and documentation
- Restoration assistance, including planting and monitoring
- Client-property service tasks related to invasive plant control and woody plant health care
Technicians work outdoors in a variety of habitats—woodlands, wetlands, fields, rights-of-way—and must be comfortable working independently or alongside other field staff.
Responsibilities
- Perform invasive species control using mechanical and chemical methods (training provided).
- Conduct field surveys using mobile data tools.
- Safely use equipment such as hand tools, brush cutters, backpack sprayers, and hydraulic sprayers.
- Assist the Supervisory Pesticide Applicator with treatment operations.
- Maintain accurate daily logs, treatment records, and site notes.
- Communicate clearly with team members and occasionally with clients on-site.
- Follow all ArborActive safety protocols, field procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Work in outdoor environments including heat, humidity, rain, and uneven terrain.
- Travel daily to job sites across eastern and central Connecticut.
Required Qualifications
- At least two years of college coursework in natural resources, environmental science, forestry, biology, or a related field OR equivalent field experience.
- Strong interest in invasive plant management, conservation, or plant health care.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
- Willingness to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to lift 40–50 lbs and operate field equipment safely.
- Basic technology skills (Microsoft Office, mobile data apps, GPS mapping).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced coursework in natural resources or similar fields.
- Experience with plant and tree identification, especially northeastern woody plants.
- Prior work in conservation, land stewardship, landscaping, forestry, or invasive species control.
- Familiarity with mapping and GIS tools.
- Experience using mechanical vegetation-control tools or backpack sprayers.
- CT Pesticide Applicator Certification — not required; training can be provided.
Work Environment
This role involves:
- Frequent hiking and navigating uneven terrain.
- Working around thorny or irritating plants (e.g., multiflora rose, poison ivy).
- Using and transporting tools and equipment.
- Wearing PPE such as gloves, safety glasses, long sleeves, and head protection
- Engaging in physical, detail-oriented fieldwork for long periods.
ArborActive provides all required PPE, training, and equipment.
Season & Duration
Typical work season runs May through November, with some flexibility depending on weather and project load. Opportunities for extended or repeat seasonal employment may be available.
How to Apply
Apply on indeed or please submit the following to [email protected]:
- A brief cover letter or description of your interest and experience in natural resources, conservation, or invasive species management in the body of the email
- Your resume
- Any relevant certifications (optional)
We will begin reviewing applications in December, with anticipated start dates varying as we approach spring based on seasonal demand.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Briefly describe you interest and experience in Arboriculture, Plant Health Care, or Forest Restoration and why this role might be a good fit for you.
Work Location: In person
