At Riparia Environmental, we believe people are at the heart of meaningful environmental work. Every day, our teams help restore habitats, manage natural resources, support environmental compliance, and improve the health of the communities and ecosystems we serve. Whether you're working in the field, supporting operations, or contributing specialized expertise, your work helps create lasting environmental impact.

Riparia Environmental, is seeking seasonal Environmental Restoration Field Technicians to join our teams in Fife, WA and Vancouver, WA. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outside and alongside a team while putting in a full day's work. This is a labor intensive role that will be instrumental in providing support to successful environmental restoration projects.

Some of the equipment you will be using includes industrial mowers, brush cutters, hedger, hydro-vactor equipment, and occasionally herbicide applicator equipment. Job sites may include uneven ground and steep slopes. You will be frequently bending and squatting during the day and carry loads of 30-40 pounds, up to the occasional 90 pounds.

At Riparia, we strive to empower people, create solutions, and enhance communities. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is collaborative, innovative, and committed to personal growth.

Qualifications

Shift and Schedule: This position’s schedule varies based on current projects and the season. Work shifts are scheduled between the hours of 6:00am and 5:30pm. Overtime may be required.

Local and overnight travel may be required.

Key Responsibilities

: Perform general upkeep of wetland and habitat restoration sites including cleaning and clearing debris. Complete successful environmental restoration projects. Gain an understanding of ecological succession within SW Washington.

Conduct invasive/noxious weed management projects with herbicide application. Assist in planting native wetland and upland plants to restore ecosystems. Execute proper installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.

Restore natural flow patterns to rivers and streams to enhance habitats. Operate work trucks and upkeep of equipment. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Conditions: Ability to get confined space training and work in confined spaces using safety equipment. Ability to wear appropriate PPE for the entire shift including but not limited to: hard hats, goggles/glasses, gloves, reflective garments, etc. Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

). Ability to frequently bend, and squat throughout shifts. Ability to carry loads of 30-40 pounds, up to the occasional 90 pounds.

Ability to work long hours and overtime.

Minimum Qualifications

: High school diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License. Ability to obtain DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate prior to employment.

Experience driving and backing full-size trucks with trailers and equipment. Experience with the safe operation of power tools such as lawn mowers, brush cutters, vactor equipment, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

: Natural resources education or background. Demonstrated leadership experience in and with teams (preferably with a natural resources crew). Ability to identify invasive plant species and/or noxious weeds.

WSDA Pesticide Applicator License. Active and up to date DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate. Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification.

As part of MacKay, Riparia Environmental is part of a growing collective of infrastructure and environmental professionals, bringing together talented teams, diverse capabilities, and specialized expertise from across the industry. Meaningful Work with Visible Impact Our work supports healthier ecosystems, stronger communities, and more resilient environments.