FISH/WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

Requisition No: 846258

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: FISH/WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN - 77072919

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 77072919

Salary: $1,346.15 biweekly benefits

Posting Closing Date: 03/02/2025

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FWC Mission Statement: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Working Title: Fish and Wildlife Technician

Section: Wildlife and Habitat Management

Position number: 77072919

Salary: $1,346.15 biweekly plus benefits

Address: 3365 Taylor Creek Road, Christmas Fl 32709

Phone: 407-568-5893

Supervisor: Eric Heribacka

Description of duties:

The FWC’s Northeast Region is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join a team of biologists and technicians at the William Beardall Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area (WBTWMA) in Orange County, FL. This position serves as a Fish and Wildlife Technician on a highly productive team of land managers to restore and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of species and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors. The successful candidate will be a key team member responsible for all aspects of management of the WMA including application of prescribed fire and conducting mechanical and chemical vegetation control (mowing, roller chopping, herbicide application, etc.) to manage habitats. The successful candidate will assist with the operation of hunter check stations at WBTWMA and other areas as required to collect biological data of hunter harvested game. The successful candidate will also assist on other wildlife management areas and perform additional duties as instructed by supervising biologist.

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 (disc harrows, mowers, sprayers, etc.). Incumbent also must possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair small engines, implements, and heavy equipment. The incumbent will interact with various partner agencies and the public to provide information concerning wildlife and area management, rules, and regulations. Occasional travel is required to attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various training courses related to the position’s job duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to operate, maintain and repair heavy equipment and associated implements
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to plan and organize work assignments
• Familiar with outdoor recreational activities
• Skilled in construction activities including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and welding
• Knowledge of wildlife and land management practices, such as prescribed burning and herbicide use for vegetation control
• Basic use of personal computers
• Ability to operate outdoors under inclement weather conditions
• Ability to frequently push, pull and/or carry more than 50 pounds

Broadband code: 19-4021-01

Class code: 5031

Region: Northeast

Title: Fish/Wildlife Technician

County: Orange

Working hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday; may require some early morning, night, or weekend duty and occasional overnight travel.

List of any subordinates supervised: None

Residency requirement: Within a 25-mile radius of the William Beardall Tosohatchee WMA entrance

Level of Education: Minimum high school diploma or GED

Benefits: Participate in Group Health Insurance

License Requirements: Minimum Class E Florida driver’s license

Other Requirements: Incumbent must be able to operate tractors, heavy equipment, 4x4 trucks, ATVs, and tools. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and walk or stand for extended time periods, while working occasionally at night or in inclement weather. Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. The background check must be completed prior to or within the first three days of employment.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.