Resource Environmental Solutions Llc
Nation’s leading ecological restoration firm delivering nature‑based solutions for land and water resilience.
3 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Entry-level
Full Time
Swannanoa, North Carolina, United States
Field
Company Size
627 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
data collection
equipment operation
data transfer
safety compliance
survey support
A typical day begins with your field crew, reporting to the assigned Survey Crew Chief, and supporting the Land Surveying Supervisor by collecting topography, environmental features, property boundaries, and engineering data. You will use survey tools, identify tree and plant species, navigate varied terrain, and operate or assist with ATVs, UTVs, chainsaws, and hand tools as needed. Safety is central; you must consistently use proper PPE, maintain a Samsara driving score above 70, and report incidents promptly.
- Develop skills in surveying, construction, and environmental work
- Collect site data: topography, environmental features, boundaries, engineering info
- Operate ATVs, UTVs, chainsaws, and hand tools to access survey lines
- Download and deliver field data to the Land Surveying Supervisor after each day
Requirements
high school
driver license
survey math
survey tools
chainsaw safety
detail‑oriented
This entry‑level position is ideal for someone eager to learn on‑site, collaborate with a crew, and build a career in environmental restoration and land surveying. You will travel weekly to various project sites—sometimes local, sometimes across the state or region, with occasional trips to Kentucky and Tennessee. Crews typically work four 10‑hour days (Monday‑Thursday) with optional overtime on Fridays or weekends based on project needs.
Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lb, walking over uneven surfaces and hills, climbing on construction equipment, and working outdoors in inclement weather.
We seek candidates with a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and some exposure to survey work, construction, or related fields. Basic understanding of survey math, terminology, and familiarity with survey tools is required. Certifications in surveying, chainsaw safety, construction design knowledge, or plant identification will make you stand out. You should be curious, quick‑learning, dependable, detail‑oriented, and an effective communicator.
- Maintain proper PPE and a Samsara driving score above 70
- Lift up to 50 lb, walk uneven terrain, climb equipment, work in all weather conditions
- High School Diploma/GED and valid driver’s license required
- Basic survey math, terminology, and tool familiarity needed
- Preferred: survey‑related certifications, chainsaw safety training, construction design knowledge, vegetation identification skills
- Desired traits: curiosity, quick learning, dependability, attention to detail, strong communication
Benefits
- Gain exposure to diverse ecological and construction projects
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
$150M Annually
Annual Revenue
Generated through large-scale ecological projects like dam removals and restorations.
Hundreds of Stream Miles
Stream Restorations
Revitalized countless river systems nationwide, enhancing water quality and wildlife habitats.
Millions of Trees
Trees Planted
Contributed to reforestation and carbon capture efforts across various ecosystems.
- From a regional outfit into a national expert.
- Tailored, self-sustaining ecosystems.
- National projects include dam removals.
- Skilled teams embedded in eco-regions.
- Guarantee lasting ecological performance.
- Renewing habitats like prairies and shorelines.
- Soldiering river restoration efforts.
Culture + Values
- We start with the end in mind—a rehabilitated, thriving ecosystem. We design and build it as a full team. We guarantee its performance.
- Our teams live and work in every major eco‑region. They are deeply immersed in local biodiversity and water resource challenges, and they have the project portfolio to prove it.
- You give nature a boost and stay with your project until it’s thriving.
- Working for [Company Name] means having a career that truly makes an impact and a job that helps make nature and communities better.
- Cultivates entrepreneurship, flexibility, and collaboration while taking a bold approach to project development.
Environment + Sustainability
88,429 acres land conserved
Land Conservation
Total acres of land conserved through various mitigation projects.
28,140,473 trees planted
Tree Planting Initiative
Cumulative number of trees planted as part of ecological restoration efforts.
77,899 acres wetlands restored
Wetland Restoration
Total acres of wetlands restored to improve biodiversity and water quality.
20,700 acres upland & prairie restored
Upland Restoration
Acres of upland and prairie habitats restored to support native species.
- Began formally benchmarking Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon emissions in 2023
- Implemented programs to reduce miles driven and fuel consumed
- Protecting 28 special-status animal species and their habitats
- Offering stewardship of nature’s resources alongside responsible human progress
- Committed to decarbonization in company culture and operations
- 2024 Sustainability Report due early 2025
Inclusion & Diversity
3.4/5 Rating
Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion
The company received a 3.4/5 rating for diversity and inclusion from Glassdoor.
- Indeed employee reviews reference efforts toward 'better communication' and efforts to maintain a small-company feel amid growth
- No gender breakdown or specific targets disclosed publicly