Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: FISH/WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN - 77072756
Position Number: 77072756
Salary: $1,200.00 bi-weekly + benefits
Posting Closing Date: 12/15/2022
Position number: 77072756
Address: 11835 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Supervisor: Danielle Devine
Starting pay rate: $1,200 biweekly + benefits
Description of duties: The FWC’s South Region is seeking a highly motivated candidate to assist with the management of J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Palm Beach County, FL. This position serves as a full-time Fish & Wildlife Technician on a highly productive team to restore and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of wildlife and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors. Responsibilities include the restoration and maintenance of wildlife habitat through the application of 8,000 acres of prescribed fire annually, firebreak maintenance, and mechanical and chemical vegetation control (e.g., mowing, roller chopping, herbicide). Habitat improvement is focused on imperiled and locally important species including red-cockaded woodpecker, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey. The successful candidate will assist with the operation of hunter check stations on the WMA to collect biological data of hunter harvested game.
Additionally, the position will assist with infrastructure construction, maintenance, and repair, including roads, trails, culverts, fences, gates, signs, and buildings. The position will operate, maintain, and repair area equipment and vehicles including trucks, tractors, ATVs, heavy equipment, and various implements (e.g., disc harrows, mowers, sprayers) and follow manufacturer’s recommendations for preventative regular maintenance. Incumbent must possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair small engines. The incumbent will interact with partner agencies and the public to provide information concerning wildlife and area management, rules and regulations. Occasionally the incumbent will attend regional and divisional meetings, various trainings, or will assist on other WMAs as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Able to operate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment and associated implements.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to plan and organize work assignments.
Skilled in construction activities such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and welding.
Knowledge of wildlife and land management practices, such as prescribed burning and herbicide use for vegetation control.
Ability to navigate using GPS units in the field.
Basic use of personal computers (including Microsoft Office).
Ability to work outdoors under harsh conditions (e.g., heat, rain, biting insects, rough terrain).
Ability to frequently push, pull and/or carry more than 50 pounds.
Strong work ethic in support of goals and objectives in managing the area, including good communication skills with team members, staff, and diverse public users.
Preferred qualifications: Applicants with a valid Class A CDL, S-130/S-190 wildland fire certifications, and the ability to repair equipment including minor motor repairs and small engine repairs utilizing MIG welders, cutting torches, and other various hand/air tools. Experience operating tractors within the last 5 years.
