Conservation Land Management Technician - Field Restoration

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

S-130/S-190 Basic Wildland Firefighter

S-112 Chainsaw Operations

Florida Pesticide Applicator License

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking an OPS Land Management Technician to assist with conservation and operational duties at OSBS. This time-limited, full-time role involves fieldwork in varied weather and remote locations in Putnam. You will contribute to habitat restoration, monitoring, and data entry, working under supervision within a team.

Expect to participate in prescribed burning, invasive species control, and maintenance tasks, including road upkeep and tree trimming along boundaries.

Qualifications

• Chainsaw use experience required.
• Valid driver's license indicating Safe Driver.
• Excellent physical condition for variable weather and rugged terrain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conservation and operational duties at OSBS.
• Participate in prescribed burning, invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration.
• Perform road and equipment maintenance and trim trees along roads and boundary fencing.

Skills

Chainsaw use experience

Safe Driver

Physical fitness

Job description

The University of Florida is seeking an OPS Land Management Technician to assist with conservation and operational duties at OSBS. This time-limited, full-time role involves fieldwork in varied weather and remote locations in Putnam. You will contribute to habitat restoration, monitoring, and data entry, working under supervision within a team.

Expect to participate in prescribed burning, invasive species control, and maintenance tasks, including road upkeep and tree trimming along boundaries.