PARK RANGER - 42002996
About The Position
This is a skilled position responsible for resource management on the Withlacoochee State Forest (WSF). The incumbent will operate heavy equipment for construction, improvement, and maintenance of forest roads, culverts, and recreation features. They will also perform activities to maintain road shoulders and clear vegetation. Additionally, the role involves operating road tractors for transporting equipment and materials, performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on fleet equipment, and responding to visitor inquiries by providing information about the WSF. The position also assists with the maintenance of state forest recreation areas and primitive hunt camps.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Possession of a valid driver license.
- Successful completion of a drug test.
- Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with tanker endorsement within six (6) months of appointment.
Nice To Haves
- Occasional to moderate travel required.
- Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other type incidents requiring travel, as needed.
Responsibilities
- Operating heavy equipment in the construction, improvement and maintenance of forest roads, culverts, recreation features such as campground sites, horse and foot trails, streamside erosion control, road closures, permanent boundary and fire lanes.
- Operating heavy equipment in carrying out various forest management practices including site preparation, tree planting, etc.
- Performing activities and operating equipment necessary to maintain road shoulders, to remove and dispose of roadside vegetation and brush that limit forest sign visibility and vehicle access to recreation areas and public right-of-ways in the WSF.
- Operation of road tractors to transport heavy equipment, vehicles, federal excess property and construction materials to destinations throughout Florida, as well as, destinations out-of-state.
- Routine preventive maintenance and minor mechanical repairs to the fleet of road and forestry equipment assigned to this unit.
- Responding to forest visitors’ inquiries for information regarding the WSF. Provides information, brochures and maps relating to forest road conditions, legal access, recreation areas, campgrounds, silvicultural activities, etc.
- Assisting as necessary in installation and maintenance of vehicle and visitor information signs and kiosks.
- Assisting, as needed, with the maintenance and upkeep of various state forest recreation areas and primitive hunt camps.
- Performing other duties as required.
Benefits
- Annual Uniform Allotment
- Annual Boot Allotment
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition waivers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
