Field Conservation Technician - Habitat & Equipment Lead

DelDOT; Delaware; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DNREC – Division of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Conservation Technician to assist in managing Delaware’s state wildlife areas and fishing areas. You will operate and maintain land management equipment, perform habitat work, install wildlife food plots, and support public-use facilities including boat ramps and viewing trails.

The role requires hands-on experience with field equipment, herbicide applications, and lead-worker responsibilities. A valid CDL Class A license is required.

Qualifications

• Three years experience operating and maintaining equipment (farming, construction, trucks, boats, or small motors).
• Three years experience in maintenance trades (grounds, mechanical, building, carpentry).
• Six months in land management activities (stewardship, farming practices, invasive species control, herbicide applications or prescribed burning).
• Six months' experience as a lead worker overseeing others.
• Valid unrestricted CDL Class A Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain land management equipment and boats on state wildlife areas.
• Perform habitat management activities and install wildlife food and cover plots.
• Apply herbicides and maintain waterfowl blinds, deer stands, signs and nesting structures.
• Maintain ponds and water control structures and public facilities such as boat ramps and trails.
• Oversee management of the Mike Castle Trail.

Job description

DNREC – Division of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Conservation Technician to assist in managing Delaware’s state wildlife areas and fishing areas. You will operate and maintain land management equipment, perform habitat work, install wildlife food plots, and support public-use facilities including boat ramps and viewing trails.

The role requires hands-on experience with field equipment, herbicide applications, and lead-worker responsibilities. A valid CDL Class A license is required.