Environmental Field Technician

Organization

Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District

Job Posted

March 19, 2026

Job status

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Website

ERICD Careers

Contact Name

Julia Vieira

Contact Email

julia@easternriconservation.org

Contact Phone

401-822-8839

Deadline to Apply

Location

Warwick, RI
United States
We're hiring — and honestly, this is one of the best entry points into conservation work in Rhode Island.

The Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District is looking for an Environmental Field Technician to join our team. This role sits at the intersection of federal conservation programs and real, on-the-ground work with farmers, land managers, and natural resource professionals across the state.

Summary

This job posting is for an Environmental Field Technician for the Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District, whose primary focus will include the USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), specifically assisting in Conservation Planning & Implementation project plans as well as the USDA NRCS Outreach Project, which serves to inform eligible producers about the federal funding opportunities available through USDA NRCS. 

The ideal candidate will be passionate about natural resources, flourish in a fast-paced and varied environment, and driven to deliver excellent customer service to participating landowners. Workload may include assisting in the servicing and implementation of contracts with existing clients, assisting new clients with applications, and advertising programs to agricultural producers and the general public.
 

Applicants should have exceptional communication skills, enjoy working outdoors in various weather conditions, and must be open to learning new skills, receiving specific direction and able to work as an individual and as part of a team. Applicants should be comfortable communicating by both telephone and email. Extensive training will be provided to the selected applicant.

Compensation Information

Pay starts at $25.00/per hour, commensurate with experience. A $300/month QSEHRA health benefit is offered from date of hire. Paid time off (holiday, vacation and sick) and access to a Simple IRA with 3% employer match are available after a 90-day probationary period.