Aquatic Biologist in Williamsville, Illinois at Aquatic Control Inc.

Interested in a new career in Pond & Lake Management?

Aquatic Control Inc. is a privately owned lake and pond management company with our home office in Seymour Indiana and satellite offices in Valparaiso, IN; Evansville, IN; Truesdale, MO; Jackson, TN; Knoxville, TN; Williamsville, IL; Elkhart, IA; Davenport, IA; Lakemoor, IL; and Elizabethtown, KY. We are actively growing and need to add an Aquatic Biologist at our Williamsville, IL Office.

The Position:

• Primary duty will be the application of EPA registered aquatic herbicides and algaecides
• Installation and maintenance of aerators, fountains, and compressed air systems
• Aquatic plant surveys
• Writing vegetation management plans
• Performing fish surveys
• Attend industry related training events and conferences
• Heavy field work from March through October
• General maintenance of trucks, boats, equipment, and grounds
• Speaking at pond clinics, trade shows, and public meetings

Who Should Apply?

• Hardworking individuals with the ability to work with a team and on their own.
• Those looking for an exciting and different career in the outdoors.
• People that enjoy being around water. That's what we do every day!

Compensation and Benefits:

• 401 K with a company match on first 4% after 1 year of employment
• Paid company health insurance plan for employee after 90 days
• Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Generous Earned Time Off program
• Holiday pay with a week+ paid at Christmas
• Working for a great company that values its employees

Please apply at:

https://aquaticcontrol.com/about-us/career-opportunities/

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in fisheries/aquatic science, agriculture, or a natural resources-related field
• Insurable Driving Record
• Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening & DOT Physical
• Comfortable Driving Truck & Boat Trailer Combination
• Basic mechanical ability (experience in outboard motor operation is a plus)
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment (physical labor required)
• Ability to work an average of 50-60 hours per week
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs