Land Management Technician

St Johns River Water Management District•Geneva, FL

6d•$40,872 - $51,085•Onsite

About The Position

Operates and maintains land management equipment under a wide variety of conditions to provide support within the Bureau of Land Resources.

Ability to read and interpret maps and aerial imagery
Ability to make sound land management decisions and recommendations
Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of individuals in various situations
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of John Deere 650 bulldozers or equivalent equipment
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of transport vehicles equipped with air brakes and both manual and automatic transmissions
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of farm tractors and related implements
High school diploma or G.E.D.
One (1) year of experience in natural resource management
Valid State of Florida Driver’s License
Valid Florida Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Tanker (N) endorsement at the time of hire, or the ability to obtain the license and endorsement within six (6) months from the date of hire.

Installs and maintains pre-suppression fire lines; ensures fire lines comply with applicable Silvicultural Best Management Practices (BMPs); provides dozer and plow stand by support during prescribed burning operations; and assists with wildfire suppression activities.
Assists with forest and land management projects, including timber marking, timber cruising, site preparation, and reforestation activities; conducts wildlife and vegetation surveys, trail maintenance, and boundary maintenance; and coordinates with contractors to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
Operates and maintains equipment used in support of fuel management and habitat restoration projects, including farm tractors equipped with mowers, roller choppers, harrows, tillers, mulchers, marsh master, airboats, and other specialized equipment.