OPS AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II - 42901579 1

State of Florida • Daytona Beach, GA

15d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY --THIS IS A FULL-TIME OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES (OPS) POSITION

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Requires possession of a valid class E driver license

Responsibilities

• Responsible for exotic plant species identification, treatment and monitoring.
• Safely handle and use herbicides to control exotic plant species.
• Operate 4x4 vehicles, UTVs and small utility trailers within the forest.
• Use GPS units, data logs, and paper maps to help locate exotic plant species and to navigate through the forest.
• Assist with maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and equipment assigned to the job.
• Assist in other forestry operations, such as timber marking, forest maintenance, plant and wildlife surveys, etc.

Benefits

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements);
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan).
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED