OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician - 77904056

State of Florida • Fellsmere, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is hiring an OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician for the T.M. Goodwin Waterfowl Management Area in Brevard County, Florida. The position works with biologists and technicians to restore and enhance habitats for wildlife and for the enjoyment of residents and visitors. Habitat management focuses on waterfowl and wading birds and includes prescribed fire and mechanical and chemical vegetation control.

The technician will help operate hunter check stations at T.M. Goodwin and Fort Drum WMAs to collect biological data from hunter-harvested game. The position also supports infrastructure construction, maintenance, and repair; operates, maintains, and repairs area equipment and vehicles; and interacts with partner agencies and the public about wildlife, area management, rules, and regulations. Occasional regional or divisional meetings and training may be required. This is an OPS position, not Career Service. Employment is contingent on satisfactory background screening. The employee must live within 25 miles of the entrance to T.M. Goodwin WMA.

Requirements

• High school diploma and one year of post-high-school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological, related agriculture, or construction work. Vocational training or an associate degree in a relevant field from an accredited school or college may substitute year for year for the required experience.
• Must reside within a 25-mile radius of the entrance to T.M. Goodwin WMA.
• Must successfully complete a criminal history/background check.
• Ability to operate ATVs, tractors, heavy equipment, and tools.
• Must pass a Physical Abilities Test to participate in prescribed burn operations.
• Occasional overnight travel is required.
• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment and associated implements.
• Ability to work independently and plan and organize work assignments.
• Familiarity with outdoor recreational activities.
• Construction skills, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and welding.
• Knowledge of wildlife and land management practices, including prescribed burning and herbicide use for vegetation control.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to frequently push, pull, and/or carry more than 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Restore and enhance wildlife habitats through prescribed burns and mechanical and chemical vegetation control, including mowing, roller chopping, and herbicide application.
• Assist with hunter check stations at T.M. Goodwin and Fort Drum WMAs and collect biological data from hunter-harvested game.
• Construct, maintain, and repair infrastructure, including roads, trails, culverts, fences, gates, signs, and buildings.
• Operate, maintain, and repair area equipment and vehicles, including trucks, tractors, ATVs, heavy equipment, and implements.
• Troubleshoot and repair small engines, implements, and heavy equipment.
• Provide information to partner agencies and the public about wildlife, area management, rules, and regulations.
• Attend regional and divisional meetings and training as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED