Full-Time
CA - Placer County, CA - Sacramento County, Northern California
HELIX is currently seeking a GIS Specialist to join the team in one of our northern California office locations (Folsom or Roseville). HELIX provides CEQA/NEPA, biological, cultural resource management, habitat restoration, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. The GIS team supports 50+ environmental planners and biologists and offers GIS and cartographic services for technical reports, including vegetation and sensitive resource mapping, analyses of project impacts, and development of resource management and mitigation plans.
This position requires design, layout and production of GIS datasets and cartographic output. Attention to detail, including strong spelling skills, is required. The candidate should be a reliable, self-motivated individual with a positive attitude. This individual will have the ability to communicate effectively with project managers and be able to prioritize, multi-task and complete high-quality work within specified deadlines. Customer service is a priority in the GIS department.
The candidate must have professional expertise using ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro 3.x and ArcGIS 10.x software, including Spatial Analyst and 3D Analyst. Typical duties include GIS data management, data conversion, map creation, and metadata generation and maintenance, for small to large projects. Must have the ability to incorporate, edit and manage various types of data into GIS.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in geography or closely related field with a concentration in GIS.
- 2 years of professional experience using ESRI software
- Knowledge of geospatial principles, practices and standards
- Experience performing analysis using geoprocessing tools within ArcGIS environments
- Proficiency in cartography and map design, including an understanding of coordinate systems
- Knowledge of GPS technology, field data collection techniques, data integration to GIS, and troubleshooting of equipment and digital files.
- Experience publishing and managing web-based GIS services in ArcGIS Online for Organizations or Portal, Fieldmaps and Survey123
- Familiarity with the California geographic environment, including mapping of environmental resources, impact analyses, and knowledge of biological, archaeological, paleontological, and habitat restoration data sources
- Experience with Arcade or similar scripting language
- Drone pilot, or experience processing drone flight data, preferably using ArcGIS Drone2Map.
- Experience working in the environmental consulting industry
- AutoCAD experience (preferably AutoCAD Map), including using it as a standalone software, and converting data to/from ArcMap
- Experience using the Adobe Suite, preferably Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
Job Features
HELIX is currently seeking a GIS Specialist to join the team in one of our northern California office locations (Folsom or Roseville). HELIX provides CEQA/NEPA, biological, cultural resource managemen...
As-Needed
CA - Los Angeles County, CA - Orange County, CA - Riverside County, CA - San Diego County, Southern California
HELIX is currently seeking as-needed archaeologists for our Cultural Resources Division. HELIX offers environmental, biological, cultural resources, acoustical, air quality, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. Candidate must be willing and able to work for extended work rotations on the California Channel Islands.
As-Needed Archaeologist responsibilities may include conducting or overseeing and background research, field surveys, excavation (testing and data recovery), construction monitoring, coordination with Native American tribes and representatives, and preparing reports. Candidate must be a qualified archaeologist under the Secretary of the Interior’s standards; willing to travel; comfortable with working in remote areas for extended periods of time; have knowledge of the archaeology and culture history of coastal California; have direct and demonstrable experience conducting archaeological work on the Channel Islands; possess excellent writing and communication skills; and be self-motivated. Candidates must be able to work independently with considerable responsibility and have a positive attitude.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience with performing archaeological studies on California Channel Islands
- Experience with Tribal coordination and consultation
- Knowledge of the archaeology and cultural history of coastal California
- Experience with GPS equipment
- Possess excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Possess a valid California Driver’s License and 3 years clean driving record
- Ability to pass a military background check
- Experience managing medium- to large-scale cultural resource management projects
- Supervisory experience managing teams on archaeology projects
- Experience applying Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
- Field experience on military installations
- Familiarity with the Native American Graves and Repatriation Act
Job Features
HELIX is currently seeking as-needed archaeologists for our Cultural Resources Division. HELIX offers environmental, biological, cultural resources, acoustical, air quality, and GIS services to both t...
Full-Time
CA - Los Angeles County, CA - Orange County, CA - Sacramento County, CA - San Diego County, Southern California
HELIX is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist - Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas (GHG), and Noise Studies to support the high-quality consultant teams in our La Mesa, Pasadena, or Folsom offices. Our Environmental Planning Group prepares environmental documentation for a wide range of projects including residential and mixed-use projects, educational facilities, recreational facilities, roadways, rail, airports, energy/utilities and water/wastewater facilities, commercial/industrial development, and military facilities.
This position requires a minimum of 3 years (5 years preferred) of experience as an analyst conducting modeling and impact assessment of air quality/GHG and/or noise in conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
This position is best suited for a candidate with a positive attitude and strong research, writing, mathematical/scientific, analytical, and verbal communication skills. This individual must have the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple planning project managers, and to prioritize and complete high-quality work within specified deadlines and budgets. The applicant must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and experience working in a team-oriented environment.
Please note that this is not a laboratory, engineering, environmental testing, or hazardous materials assessment position.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Conduct air quality analysis (criteria air pollutant emissions, general air quality conformity, air toxics and health risk assessments, source dispersion modeling) using models such as CalEEMod and EMFAC.
- Conduct GHG emissions/climate change analysis (construction and operation emissions, source reductions, climate change policy/climate action plan consistency assessment) using CalEEMod.
- Quantify construction, stationary and mobile noise levels using computer models such as the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Traffic Noise Model (TNM), FHWA Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM), and DataKustik Computer Aided Noise Abatement (CadnaA) program. Conduct ambient noise measurements using ANSI Type II sound level meters.
- Assess compliance with applicable standards and CEQA significance thresholds.
- Research local ordinances, general plan policies, and federal guidance, as applicable, to identify applicable impact significance thresholds and compliance standards for analyses in different jurisdictions.
- Prepare technical studies and CEQA/NEPA document sections. While experience in both noise and air quality/GHG is desirable, if the selected candidate has only noise or only air quality/GHG analysis experience, HELIX will provide training in the other service area.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience (outside of academic requirements) preparing air quality, GHG emissions, and/or noise/acoustic technical studies for projects in California, including studies in support of CEQA/NEPA documents.
- Knowledge of California and federal regulations and guidance pertaining to air quality, GHG, and noise issues, including the Clean Air Act, Assembly Bill 1279, Senate Bill 32, Title 24, and CEQA/NEPA.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills; a demonstration of these skills may be required during the interview.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs, including Word and Excel.
- 5+ years of experience preparing air quality, GHG emissions, and/or noise/acoustic technical studies for projects in California, including studies in support of CEQA/NEPA documents. Proficiency with CalEEMod, EMFAC, AERMOD, and HARP air quality models.
- Proficiency with ANSI Type I/Type II noise level meters surveys and noise models including the FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM), CREATE rail model, CadnaA, and the Roadway Construction Noise Model.
- Experience preparing environmental documents in compliance with CEQA and NEPA (Environmental Impact Reports or Statements, Environmental Assessments, Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations).
- Experience in proposal preparation and marketing of consulting services and established client relationships.
- Master's or Ph.D. degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field.
Job Features
HELIX is seeking a motivated Environmental Specialist – Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas (GHG), and Noise Studies to support the high-quality consultant teams in our La Mesa, Pasadena, or Folsom offi...
As-Needed
CA - Central Valley
HELIX is currently seeking a motivated, experienced As-Needed Mid-Level Biologists for our Biological Resources Division for approximately one year of as-needed work in Madera County, with a high probability of time extension due to multiple Madera projects currently in construction. Lodging, mileage reimbursement, and meal per diem are included.
As-Needed Mid-Level Biologist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conduct construction monitoring, ensure compliance measures of associated regulatory permits, complete daily monitoring logs, check exclusion zones, interface with construction crews, and potential relocation of California tiger salamanders. Candidates must be comfortable with hiking and standing for extended periods of time; be knowledgeable of the biological resources of the Central Valley, specifically vernal pool biology and California tiger salamander; be self-motivated and possess strong written and verbal communication skills; and work well under direction. Candidates must have reliable transportation to the work assignment location and have a valid California Driver’s License. Successful candidates will have a positive team-oriented attitude.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an environmental science, biology or related field (degree in biochemistry or microbiology not acceptable).
- Three to five years of experience (outside of academic requirements) as a professional terrestrial biologist, including observation and handling experience focused on both adult and larvae California tiger salamanders.
- Knowledge of Central Valley flora and fauna, with an emphasis on vernal pools and California tiger salamanders.
- Experience with field data collection methods and equipment.
- Experience conducting biological compliance monitoring for construction/restoration and utilities projects.
- Must be able to hike long distances over varying terrain under varying weather conditions.
- Valid CA driver’s license with a clean driving record over the last 3 years.
- Permits from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and California Department of Fish and Wildlife to survey for listed species found in Northern California, specifically possess a 10a(1)A California tiger salamander permit.
- Designated Biologist status (agency approved) for construction projects.
- Experience with conducting jurisdictional delineations and/or environmental compliance monitoring.
Job Features
HELIX is currently seeking a motivated, experienced As-Needed Mid-Level Biologists for our Biological Resources Division for approximately one year of as-needed work in Madera County, with a high pro...
Full-Time
CA - San Diego County, Southern California
HELIX is seeking a Senior Acoustics/Noise Specialist to support the high-quality consultant team in our La Mesa office, in San Diego County. HELIX offers environmental, biological, acoustical, air quality, cultural resources, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors. Our Environmental Planning Group prepares environmental documentation for a wide range of projects including residential and mixed-use projects, educational facilities, recreational facilities, roadways, rail, airports, energy/utilities and water/wastewater facilities, commercial/industrial development, and military facilities.
We are looking for a Senior Acoustics/Noise Specialist with preferably 10+ years of experience (a minimum of 6 years is required to apply) as an analyst conducting modeling and impact assessment of noise and vibration in conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
This position is best suited for a candidate with a positive attitude and strong research, writing, mathematical/scientific, analytical, and verbal communication skills. This individual must have the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple environmental planning project managers and to prioritize and complete high-quality work within specified deadlines and budgets. The applicant must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude and experience working in a team-oriented environment.
Please note that this is not a laboratory, engineering, environmental testing, or hazardous materials assessment position.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Quantify construction, stationary and mobile noise levels and vibration levels using computer models and spreadsheets. Computer models include the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Traffic Noise Model (TNM), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) rail models, FHWA Roadway Construction Noise Model (RCNM), and DataKustik Computer Aided Noise Abatement (CadnaA) program.
- Conduct ambient noise measurements using ANSI Type II sound level meters and vibration meters.
- Assess compliance with applicable standards and CEQA significance thresholds.
- Research local noise ordinances, general plan policies, and federal guidance, as applicable, to identify applicable impact significance thresholds and compliance standards for analyses in different jurisdictions.
- Develop mitigation strategies and prepare compliance plans.
- Manage the preparation of technical studies and CEQA/NEPA document sections.
- Provide compliance services (construction noise monitoring and exterior-to-interior Title 24 analysis).
- Interact effectively with staff, clients, and agencies, providing creative solutions and communicating technical information in a clear and effective manner.
- Prepare technical study proposals and applicable proposal sections, contract amendments, and participate in marketing efforts and proposal interviews.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an acoustics, physics, engineering, environmental science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience in noise analysis
- Minimum 6 years of experience (outside of academic requirements) preparing noise/acoustic technical studies for projects in California, including studies in support of CEQA/NEPA documents.
- Proficiency with ANSI Type II noise level meters and noise models including the FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM), CadnaA, the CREATE rail model, and the Roadway Construction Noise Model.
- Ability to conduct outdoor fieldwork.
- Knowledge of California and federal regulations, legal decisions, and guidance pertaining to noise issues.
- Experience in proposal preparation and marketing of consulting services and established client relationships.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Competency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
- 10+ years of experience preparing noise/acoustic technical studies for projects in California, including studies in support of CEQA/NEPA documents.
- Familiarity with Noise Study Reports (NSR) and Noise Abatement Decision Reports (NADR) consistent with the requirements of 23CFR772 and the Caltrans Traffic Noise Analysis Protocol.
- Familiarity with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Environmental Design Tool (AEDT) model.
- Approved noise consultant for services in San Diego County and/or other California jurisdictions.
- Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE) certification.
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field.
Job Features
HELIX is seeking a Senior Acoustics/Noise Specialist to support the high-quality consultant team in our La Mesa office, in San Diego County. HELIX offers environmental, biological, acoustical, air q...
Full-Time
CA - San Diego County, Southern California
HELIX is seeking a team orientated and motivated Sr. Biology Project Manager with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic, to join our San Diego County team, which includes locations in both Carlsbad and La Mesa. HELIX provides biological, CEQA/NEPA, cultural resource management, habitat restoration, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, acoustics and noise control, GIS, and air quality and greenhouse gas services to both the public and private sectors.
The Senior Biology Project Manager may be required to conduct biological fieldwork on occasion; however, primary responsibilities are not fieldwork related. The ideal candidate must possess strong communication, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills because critical aspects of this position include developing solutions for project challenges, forging strong, collaborative relationships, and building consensus among team members, clients, and agencies. A flexible mindset and adaptability to changing circumstances is imperative.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Serve as project manager for a variety of biological resources-related projects that range from small in size and scope, to large and complex that require an expert understanding of local and regional biological resources and regulations
- Lead the day-to-day project management tasks, including client management, team building, scheduling, work delegation, subconsultant coordination, quality assurance/quality control reviews, budget and deliverable deadline tracking, deliverable production, invoicing, contracting, and accounts receivable
- Lead the preparation of due diligence/constraints reports, biological technical reports (including impact analysis and mitigation measures for CEQA/NEPA compliance), focused survey reports, regional conservation plan consistency documents (e.g., NCCP/HCP, MSCP, MSHCP, etc.), restoration/mitigation plans, annual monitoring reports, and other related documents for projects throughout multiple jurisdictions/locations
- Lead the preparation and processing of regulatory permits with the various resource agencies, including Clean Water Act Section 404/401, Porter-Cologne Waste Discharge Requirements, Fish and Game Code Section 1602 Streambed Alteration Agreements, federal Endangered Species Act Section 7, and California Endangered Species Act Section 2080.1/2081 authorizations. Lead agency interface and negotiations, including mitigation requirements, permit conditions, and approval of mitigation/restoration sites
- Lead proposals, interviews, and participate in business development activities for HELIX
- Assist with mentoring and training of less experienced team members
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in an environmental science, biology, ecology, or related field (degree in biochemistry or microbiology not acceptable)
- 10+ years of experience in the environmental field leading and assisting with task implementation for biological resources, natural resources, or other similar projects
- 5+ years of project management experience for biological resources, natural resources, or similar projects
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated experience in preparing biological resources related technical reports for CEQA/NEPA compliance and mitigation plans in accordance with agency requirements
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects and project teams, including large scale natural resources based project
- Proven ability to complete projects within time and budget constraints
- Strong client and agency relationships; demonstrated experience leading client management and agency communications
- Master’s degree or higher in Biology, Natural Resources, or related field
- Experience processing state and federal resource agency permit applications and consultations for jurisdictional waters/wetlands and endangered species
- Demonstrated experience with marketing and business development
Job Features
HELIX is seeking a team orientated and motivated Sr. Biology Project Manager with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic, to join our San Diego County team, which includes locations in both...
Full-Time
CA - Bay Area, Northern California
HELIX's Construction Group, an environmental construction and habitat restoration company, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead to join our team in the East Bay area of San Francisco. This position provides direct support to the Restoration Supervisor. Our Construction Group division specializes in environmental construction, habitat restoration/maintenance throughout California.
At HELIX, we are passionate about providing the highest quality of service to every customer, on every product, for every project – no matter how big or small. We pride ourselves on this commitment to excellence and to make it happen, we know that it takes a team and a diligent effort. We all roll up our sleeves, at every level of the company, and we jump in to support each other along the way. Do you want to be a part of this team?
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 + yrs. landscape experience
- 3 + yrs. irrigation systems experience: installation, layout, valves, controller, troubleshooting etc.
- 2 + yrs. in a lead position
- Able to operate a smart phone, electronic devices (tablet, iPad, computer, etc.)
- Plan reading and take off experience
- Grading and planting experience
- Knowledge of BMP’s
- Mechanical skills
- Must be able to operate small equipment
- Minor electrical experience
- Fence installation experience
- Must have leadership and organizational skills
- Be safety minded
- Good writing and communication skills
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in a variety outdoor weather conditions
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- Knowledge of native plants and weed species a plus
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last three years
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, an environmental construction and habitat restoration company, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead to join our team in the East Bay area ...
Full-Time
CA - Riverside County, Southern California
HELIX's Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Technician with a strong work ethic to join our team in Riverside, California.
We pride ourselves on commitment to excellence. To make it happen, we know it takes a team and diligent effort. We all roll up our sleeves, at every level of the company, and we jump in to support each other along the way. Do you want to be a part of this team? HELIX provides, habitat restoration, biological consulting, landscape architecture, cultural resource management, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, CEQA/NEPA acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities
This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.
Compensation
$17-$21.75/hour, or dependent on experience. Excellent benefits package included.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a drug screening and driving record verification. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
To Apply
Qualified candidates must send resume via email to karlal@helixepi.com and/or fax: 619-462-0552.
- Non-native species removal
- Mowing/weed-whipping
- Herbicide application
- Plant installation
- Irrigation installation
- Travel for out of town projects as needed
Requirements
- 1+ yrs. General Labor Experience or related experience
- 1+ yrs. Landscaping Experience or related experience
- Be safety-minded
- Must have strong communication skills
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in a variety outdoor weather patterns
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- Knowledge of native plants and weed species a PLUS
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Technician with a strong work ethic to join our team in Riverside, California. We pride ourselves on comm...
Full-Time
CA - Riverside County, Southern California
HELIX's Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic to join our team in Riverside, California. This position provides direct support to the Restoration Supervisor. Our Construction Group division specializes in environmental construction, habitat restoration/maintenance throughout California.
We pride ourselves on commitment to excellence. To make it happen, we know it takes a team and diligent effort. We all roll up our sleeves, at every level of the company, and we jump in to support each other along the way. Do you want to be a part of this team? HELIX provides, habitat restoration, biological consulting, landscape architecture, cultural resource management, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, CEQA/NEPA acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 + yrs. landscape experience
- 3 + yrs. irrigation systems experience: installation, layout, valves, controller, troubleshooting etc.
- 2 + yrs. in a lead position
- Able to operate a smart phone, electronic devices (tablet, iPad, computer, etc.)
- Plan reading and take off experience
- Grading and planting experience
- Knowledge of BMP’s
- Mechanical skills
- Must be able to operate small equipment
- Minor electrical experience
- Fence installation experience
- Must have leadership and organizational skills
- Be safety minded
- Good writing and communication skills
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in a variety outdoor weather conditions
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- Knowledge of native plants and weed species a plus
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last three years
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic to join our team in Riverside, California. Th...
Full-Time
CA - Orange County, Southern California
HELIX's Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Technician with a strong work ethic to join our Orange County team in Irvine. Our Construction Group division specializes in environmental construction, habitat restoration/maintenance throughout California.
We pride ourselves on commitment to excellence. HELIX provides, habitat restoration, biological consulting, landscape architecture, cultural resource management, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, CEQA/NEPA acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Assist with removal of unwanted plant material (weed removal)
- Assist with planting of trees and shrubs (seeds, cutting, container stock)
- Assist with digging and compaction of irrigation trenches
- Assistance with the installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems
- Assistance with installation and maintenance of fencing
- Assistance with grading and leveling
- Work safely
- Trash collection and pick up
- Mix and apply herbicides
- Ability to operate and maintain small gasoline powered equipment
- Perform manual work
- Proper planting techniques
- Safe and proper use of hand tools
- Proper method of operating motorized equipment
- Safe and effective use of herbicides (mixing, loading, application, cleaning, etc.)
- Irrigation repair and troubleshooting
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in varying terrain
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- 1+ yrs. General Labor Experience or related experience
- 1+ yrs. Landscaping Experience or related experience
- Be safety minded
- Must have strong communication skills
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in a variety outdoor weather patterns
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- Knowledge of native plants and weed species a PLUS
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Technician with a strong work ethic to join our Orange County team in Irvine. Our Construction Group divi...
Full-Time
CA - Los Angeles County, Southern California
HELIX's Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Technician with a strong work ethic to join our Los Angeles County team in Pasadena. Our Construction Group division specializes in environmental construction, habitat restoration/maintenance throughout California.
We pride ourselves on commitment to excellence. HELIX provides, habitat restoration, biological consulting, landscape architecture, cultural resource management, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, CEQA/NEPA acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Assist with removal of unwanted plant material (weed removal)
- Assist with planting of trees and shrubs (seeds, cutting, container stock)
- Assist with digging and compaction of irrigation trenches
- Assistance with the installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems
- Assistance with installation and maintenance of fencing
- Assistance with grading and leveling
- Work safely
- Trash collection and pick up
- Mix and apply herbicides
- Ability to operate and maintain small gasoline powered equipment
- Perform manual work
- Proper planting techniques
- Safe and proper use of hand tools
- Proper method of operating motorized equipment
- Safe and effective use of herbicides (mixing, loading, application, cleaning, etc.)
- Irrigation repair and troubleshooting
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in varying terrain
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- 1+ yrs. General Labor Experience or related experience
- 1+ yrs. Landscaping Experience or related experience
- Be safety minded
- Must have strong communication skills
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in a variety outdoor weather patterns
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- Knowledge of native plants and weed species a PLUS
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Technician with a strong work ethic to join our Los Angeles County team in Pasadena. Our Construction Gro...
Full-Time
CA - Orange County, Southern California
HELIX's Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead with a strong work ethic to join our team in Irvine, Orange County. This position provides direct support to the Restoration Supervisor.
We pride ourselves on commitment to excellence. To make it happen, we know it takes a team and diligent effort. We all roll up our sleeves, at every level of the company, and we jump in to support each other along the way. HELIX provides, habitat restoration, biological consulting, landscape architecture, cultural resource management, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, CEQA/NEPA acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 + yrs. landscape experience
- 3 + yrs. irrigation systems experience: installation, layout, valves, controller, troubleshooting etc.
- 2 + yrs. in a lead position
- Able to operate a smart phone, electronic devices (tablet, iPad, computer, etc.)
- Plan reading and take off experience
- Grading and planting experience
- Knowledge of BMP’s
- Mechanical skills
- Must be able to operate small equipment
- Minor electrical experience
- Fence installation experience
- Must have leadership and organizational skills
- Be safety minded
- Good writing and communication skills
- Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- Work in a variety outdoor weather conditions
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- Knowledge of native plants and weed species a plus
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last three years
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead with a strong work ethic to join our team in Irvine, Orange County. This position provides direct sup...
Full-Time
CA - Los Angeles County, Southern California
HELIX's Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead to join our team at our Los Angeles County location in El Monte. This position provides direct support to the Restoration Supervisor.
We pride ourselves on commitment to excellence. To make it happen, we know it takes a team and diligent effort. We all roll up our sleeves, at every level of the company, and we jump in to support each other along the way. Do you want to be a part of this team? HELIX provides, habitat restoration, biological consulting, landscape architecture, cultural resource management, regulatory permitting, environmental compliance monitoring, CEQA/NEPA acoustics and noise control, air quality and greenhouse gas, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Non-native species removal
- Mowing/weed whipping
- Herbicide application
- Plant installation
- Irrigation installation
- Travel for out of town projects as needed
- · 5 + yrs. landscape experience
- · 3 + yrs. irrigation systems experience: installation, layout, valves, controller, troubleshooting etc.
- · 2 + yrs. in a lead position
- · Able to operate a smart phone, electronic devices (tablet, iPad, computer, etc.)
- · Plan reading and take off experience
- · Grading and planting experience
- · Knowledge of BMP’s
- · Mechanical skills
- · Must be able to operate small equipment
- · Minor electrical experience
- · Fence installation experience
- · Must have leadership and organizational skills
- · Be safety minded
- · Good writing and communication skills
- · Be able to stand for extended periods of time
- · Work in a variety outdoor weather conditions
- · Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- · Walk in a variety of uneven surfaces and slopes
- · Knowledge of native plants and weed species a plus
- · Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record over the last three years
Job Features
HELIX’s Construction Group, is seeking a highly motivated Landscape Habitat Restoration Lead to join our team at our Los Angeles County location in El Monte. This position provides direct supp...
Full-Time
CA - Placer County, Northern California
HELIX is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Biology Project Manager with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic to join our Placer County team (Roseville office location). HELIX offers biological and cultural resources, regulatory permitting, landscape architecture, acoustical, air quality, and GIS services to both the public and private sectors.
Responsibilities/Duties
The Biology Project Manager responsibilities include managing regulatory permitting and biological resources-related projects, leading both regulatory permit applications and biological technical report preparation in accordance with agency requirements and serving as regulatory permitting and biological resources lead during environmental review of projects by the appropriate jurisdictions and agencies. The position also will include resource agency consultation and permitting, client coordination, and preparation of proposals and related business development activities. The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills because critical aspects of this position include developing solutions for project challenges, forging strong, collaborative relationships, and building consensus among team members, clients, and agencies (please give some examples in cover letter). The Biology Project Manager may be required to conduct biological fieldwork on occasion; however, primary responsibilities are not fieldwork related.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an environmental science, biology, or related field (degree in biochemistry or microbiology not acceptable).
- Minimum 5 years’ demonstrated experience in the environmental field carrying out biological resources or similar projects as a consultant or agency staff member.
- Minimum 2 years focused experience serving as project manager on multiple projects for a variety of clients, including direct client and agency interface, managing sub consultants, reviewing work products, and completing multiple and simultaneous tasks within time and budget constraints; management of compliance programs and renewable energy projects would not be sufficient for this experience requirement.
- Demonstrated experience leading and assisting with business development and marketing efforts, including proposal preparation.
- Demonstrated experience preparing biological technical reports and related CEQA reports.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A master’s degree or higher in biology, natural resources, or related field.
- Strong client and agency relationships.
- Demonstrated experience leading or assisting with regulatory permitting in California with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Regional Water Quality Control Board.
- Experience managing multiple, concurrent, large-scale biological, natural resource, or similar projects in California for both public and private sector clients.
- Experience preparing or managing biological resources technical studies in Northern California and the Central Valley.
- Experience managing or preparing CEQA and NEPA documents.
- Demonstrated experience in preparation of larger proposal efforts and participation in interviews.
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HELIX is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Biology Project Manager with critical thinking skills and a strong work ethic to join our Placer County team (Roseville office location). HELIX offers...
As-Needed
CA - Bay Area, CA - Central Valley, CA - Placer County, CA - Sacramento County, Northern California
HELIX is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for fieldwork opportunities in central and northern California. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your skills, abilities, and suitability for potential longer-term opportunities with an established, well-regarded, and employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We are looking to deepen our pool of seasoned technicians and identify emerging-career professionals who may be well suited to join the HELIX team. As-Needed Archaeologists responding to this ad would be attached to either the Folsom or Roseville northern California office or be fully remote. Individuals located in the greater Sacramento area and the San Francisco Bay area are especially encouraged to apply.
Anticipated Work Schedule: Field assignments will be project specific and will depend on the volume of work at any given time. Assignments would occur during the normal work week (Monday through Friday), with occasional requirement for weekend work. Any hours worked in excess of eight each day will be paid at an overtime rate (1.5x regular pay). Overnight stays and extended field assignments are common. In these cases, HELIX will provide lodging and per diem for days worked.
Work Location: Throughout central and northern California in a variety of locations and terrains.
Professional Kit Expectations: Candidates will be expected to possess the gear necessary for conducting field work, including appropriate outdoor clothing, sturdy hiking boots, and tools (i.e., a “field kit”) necessary to complete ordinary and industry-standard survey and excavation tasks, including metric tape measures, sight-bearing compasses, clip boards, and trowels.
Anticipated Tasks:
- Archaeological Survey in a variety of terrain types, including both rural and urban settings; conditions will occasionally be physically challenging
- Daily hours and durations of project will vary from project to project
- Identification and documentation of precontact and historic-era cultural resources through field survey
- Participation in field excavation as part of Phase I, II, and III investigations
- Use of Android Tablets and Survey123 software to collect and manage field data
- Collection of GPS data for site management
- Cultural resource monitoring during construction projects and ground disturbing activities
- Other duties as assigned by the HELIX Senior Staff
- Successful candidates will be familiar with the principles of archaeological field survey techniques, be competent in the collection of archaeological field data, and should possess good written and verbal communication skills.
- Applicants must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, experience working in a team-oriented environment, and the ability to complete assigned tasks independently.
- Familiarity with the range of archaeological site types and cultural resources/material culture commonly found on cultural resource sites within central and northern California is also strongly desired.
- Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field.
- Familiarity with the principles of archaeological field survey.
- Competent in the collection of archaeological field data.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to work in challenging terrain and remote locations that often require strenuous hiking in adverse weather.
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license, or capacity to arrange for travel to and from the project provided lodging at the start and end of the project (HELIX staff may be able to assist with this transportation).
- Demonstrated completion of an archaeological field school.
- Proven track record of previous cultural resource management work, including archaeological surveys, excavations, and site recordings.
- Master’s degrees in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field.
- Familiarity with, and experience working on archaeological site types and cultural resources/material culture commonly found throughout California’s central valley, the San Francisco Bay area, and the Sierra Nevada.
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HELIX is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for fieldwork opportunities in central and northern California. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your skills, abilities, and suitabilit...
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