Field Conservation Technician: Habitat, Tools & Trails

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control; Port Penn (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is seeking a Casual/Seasonal Conservation Technician to support land and wildlife habitat projects. You will operate land management equipment and boats, assist in habitat work, and help maintain trails and facilities at state wildlife areas.

The role includes applying herbicides, placing wildlife food plots, water control structures, and installing nesting structures while coordinating with staff on project tasks and

Qualifications

• Two years experience operating farming equipment, construction equipment, trucks, boats, or small motor equipment.
• Two years experience in maintenance trades such as grounds keeping, mechanical, building, or general carpentry.
• Six months experience in land management activities such as land stewardship, farming practices, invasive species identification and control, herbicide applications, or prescribed burning.
• Six months experience in record keeping.
• Knowledge of prioritizing, assigning and reviewing the work of others.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

• Operates marine, land-based, and construction equipment and vehicles.
• Performs land management duties including propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting, and grounds maintenance.
• Applies conservation principles and adheres to laws and procedures.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and supplies; completes forms and records.
• Provides information to the public and responds to inquiries about conservation efforts.
• Assists staff biologist with biological collection at deer checking stations.
• Participates in special projects and initiatives.
• Assists in responding to storms or agency-specific situations.
• Maintains public access areas such as boat ramps and viewing trails.

Job description

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is seeking a Casual/Seasonal Conservation Technician to support land and wildlife habitat projects. You will operate land management equipment and boats, assist in habitat work, and help maintain trails and facilities at state wildlife areas.

The role includes applying herbicides, placing wildlife food plots, water control structures, and installing nesting structures while coordinating with staff on project tasks and