Vegetation Management Field Director

Vegetation Management Field Director 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Flagstaff, AZ 86001 $28 - $30 an hour - Full-time EnviroSystems Management, Inc. 4 reviews $28 - $30 an hour - Full-time Love working outdoors? Ready to lead crews, protect ecosystems, and make a visible impact on the land? EnviroSystems Management, Inc. is hiring an experienced Vegetation Management Field Director to lead ambitious field projects across the Southwest. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in the field, knows plants inside and out, and enjoys mentoring crews while delivering high‑quality results. What You'll Do As a Field Director, you'll balance active fieldwork (up to 75%) with leadership, planning, and reporting responsibilities.

Projects may include:

• Herbicide application (backpack, UTV, spot, and broadcast spraying)
• Noxious weed surveys, treatment, and monitoring
• Hand thinning using chainsaws and hand tools
• Broadcast seeding and vegetation restoration
• Data collection, GPS mapping, and reporting Travel may be 35% or more , with work spanning Arizona and neighboring Southwest states. Key Responsibilities
• Plan field operations and coordinate logistics with clients and office staff
• Lead, train, and supervise field technicians
• Mix and apply herbicides safely and accurately
• Maintain and repair field equipment (chainsaws, sprayers, UTVs/ATVs, trucks, trailers)
• Conduct and oversee vegetation and weed surveys and treatments
• Lead daily safety briefings and always ensure crew safety
• Train crews in plant ID, tool use, ergonomics, situational awareness, and project methods
• Collect, manage, and quality‑check field data and pesticide application reports
• Use GPS units, maps, aerial imagery, and GIS tools
• Document field conditions with photos and detailed notes
• Review and interpret biological data and relevant research
• Represent EnviroSystems professionally in the field and with the public What We're Looking For
• Degree in Natural Resources or related field (preferred)
• Arizona Applicator Certification (preferred, and required after start date)
• 2+ years ' experience in noxious weed survey, treatment, and data collection
• Strong plant identification skills (native, invasive, and noxious species)
• Fieldwork experience in AZ, NM, CO, UT, and/or NV
• Proven leadership and ability to supervise field crews
• Experience with GPS and GIS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and improve procedures
• Comfortable working in rugged terrain and operating vehicles safely
• Team‑oriented mindset with strong communication skills Why Join EnviroSystems?
• Competitive hourly pay
• Meaningful environmental work across diverse landscapes
• Leadership role with real impact
• Supportive team of resource professionals If you're passionate about vegetation management and ready to lead in the field, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

$28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Noxious Weed Work:

2 years (Preferred)

Fieldwork:

2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Arizona Applicator Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person