OPS Land Management Technician

University of Florida•Putnam, OH

13d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The OPS Land Management Technician (LMT) is a time-limited job, assisting with conservation and operational duties at OSBS. Between September 2026 and April 2027, the LMT will participate in conservation projects related to prescribed burning, exotic-invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration. Basic station operation duties will include road and equipment maintenance, tree and tree limb trimming along roads and boundary fencing. Candidates should expect to work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. The LMT works in a team environment and carries out instructions and projects with minimal supervision.

Requirements

Chainsaw use experience.
Valid driver's license indicating “Safe Driver”.
Excellent physical condition.
Ability to work in variable and sometimes extreme weather, at remote locations, and on difficult or hazardous terrain.
Ability to meet the NWCG Pack Test at the arduous level (3-mile walk with a 45-lb pack in 45 minutes or less).

Nice To Haves

Strong interest in conservation land management.
Experience in prescribed fire, habitat restoration, or invasive species management.

Responsibilities

Participate in conservation projects related to prescribed burning, exotic-invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration.
Perform basic station operation duties including road and equipment maintenance.
Trim trees and tree limbs along roads and boundary fencing.
Work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Carry out instructions and projects with minimal supervision within a team environment.