Environmental Lands Management Technician (Tier 1) (Burn Team)

Hillsborough County•Tampa, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wildland Fire Crew will report to the Northeast Region at Lower Green Swamp Preserve: 3540 East Knights Griffin Road Plant City, Florida 33565. Job Overview This position provides a wide range of land management and restoration activities in support of the Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program (ELAPP). This position is responsible for maintaining and improving the ecological health, public access, and long-term sustainability of natural preserves and conservation lands. Maintains trails and facilities, controlling invasive species, supporting prescribed fire operations, conducting habitat restoration, and assisting with environmental monitoring and public outreach. Salary Minimum: $34,320.00- $44,616.00 Core Competencies Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service. Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve. Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations. Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals. Tier 1 Job Distinctions Performs entry-level routine fieldwork and maintenance duties under close supervision. Assists with trail, facility, and preserve upkeep, exotic species control, habitat restoration, water quality monitoring, and public outreach activities. Supports prescribed burn operations.

Requirements

General knowledge of native and invasive plant and animal species.
Standard techniques for trail, facility, and preserve maintenance.
Basic safety procedures for field work, including use of hand tools, herbicides, and personal protective equipment.
Ability to perform physical, outdoor work under varying weather conditions.
Basic skills in using hand tools, small equipment, and herbicide applications (with supervision).
Ability to collect environmental data and assist with monitoring programs.
Effective oral communication for interacting with the public and volunteers.
Learn and apply proper land management and restoration techniques.
Follow instructions and safety procedures.
Work collaboratively as part of a field crew.
Assist with educational programs and guided tours.
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate
One year of field experience related to environmental lands management; OR An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above
Must maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License
Must obtain within 6 months of employment valid Restricted Use Pesticide License-Natural Areas Category, and maintain throughout employment
Must pass basic firefighting training courses (S130, S190, L180) within 6 months of employment
Maintain the ability to pass the background checks required for the position. These background checks may include but are not limited to: Criminal History Background Check using Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Level 1 and Level 2 Background screening (Ch. 435 Florida Statutes) Child Abuse, Abandonment and Neglect Record Check using the State Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS) Sex Offender and Sexual Predator record check using the list maintained by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
Possess the necessary job-related license(s) or certification(s) that may include possession of a Florida Driver License (Class E) or an applicable Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance of existing and future access points, trails, and park sites across all ELAPP preserves.
Conducts exotic and invasive plant control using herbicides and other approved methods.
Assists with the removal of exotic, invasive, and nuisance animal species.
Supports prescribed burn operations by preparing fire lanes and participating in burn activities.
Assists with or conduct guided field trips and educational tours on various nature preserves.
Participates in water quality monitoring and related environmental assessments.
Assists with habitat restoration projects, including site preparation and planting of native vegetation.
Maintains preserve infrastructure such as signs, restroom facilities, and parking areas to ensure safe and accessible public use.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

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