Conservation Land Management Technician - Remote Field Work

University of Florida; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

S-130/S-190 Basic Wildland Firefighter

S-112 Introduction to Chainsaw Ops

Florida Pesticide License

Job summary

OSBS is seeking a Land Management Technician (time-limited) to support conservation and operational tasks from September 2026 through April 2027. You will participate in projects related to prescribed burning, invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration.

The role involves basic station operations, road and equipment maintenance, and tree/limb trimming along roads and boundary fencing.

Qualifications

• Chainsaw use experience.
• Valid driver's license indicating “Safe Driver”.
• Excellent physical condition and ability to work in variable and extreme weather, remote locations, and on difficult or hazardous terrain; must meet NWCG Pack Test at arduous level.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conservation and operational duties at OSBS.
• Participate in prescribed burning, habitat restoration, ecological monitoring and data entry.
• Perform road and equipment maintenance, and tree trimming along roads and boundaries; work in challenging terrain and weather.

Skills

Chainsaw use experience

Safe Driver license

Physical fitness

NWCG Pack Test

Job description

OSBS is seeking a Land Management Technician (time-limited) to support conservation and operational tasks from September 2026 through April 2027. You will participate in projects related to prescribed burning, invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration.

The role involves basic station operations, road and equipment maintenance, and tree/limb trimming along roads and boundary fencing.