Fence Installer

• We are seeking a reliable, hardworking Silt Fence Installer to join our Environmental Services team. You will play a vital role in protecting Florida’s local waterways and ecosystems by installing and maintaining sediment and erosion control measures (Best Management Practices/BMPs) on active construction sites.

   

  Key Responsibilities

• Site Preparation: Mark fence paths and clear vegetation, rocks, or debris.
• Trenching & Installation: Use hand tools (shovels, picks) and machinery (trenchers, mini-excavators) to dig 6-8 inch trenches perpendicular to slopes.
• Fabric & Post Assembly: Place geotextile fabric into trenches, fold and compact to specification, and drive wooden or steel stakes on the downhill side.
• Maintenance & Repair: Inspect, repair, and replace damaged silt fence structures to ensure compliance with local regulations and SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan).
• Storm Drain Maintenance: Regularly inspect and manually clear debris from community storm drains and inlet protections.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all OSHA safety standards, wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and properly load/unload materials.

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  Qualifications

• Experience: [1+] year(s) of general construction, landscaping, or erosion control experience preferred, but on-the-job training is provided for the right candidate.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform heavy manual labor and stand for prolonged periods in various outdoor Florida weather conditions.
• Lifting Requirement: Capable of safely lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation to the job site.
• Work Ethic: Strong teamwork skills, punctuality, and the ability to take direction from Crew Leaders and Foremen.

"We are proud to be a Fair Chance employer. We evaluate all candidates on a case-by-case basis and actively encourage individuals with past convictions or justice-system involvement to apply"