OPS Land Management Technician

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

Classification Title

OPS – Time Limited

Classification Minimum Requirements

• Chainsaw use experience.
• Valid driver's license indicating “Safe Driver”.
• Excellent physical condition. This position requires work in variable and sometimes extreme weather, at remote locations, and on difficult or hazardous terrain. The successful candidate must be able to meet the NWCG Pack Test at the arduous level (3-mile walk with a 45-lb pack in 45 minutes or less).

Job Description

The OPS Land Management Technician (LMT) is a time-limited job, assisting with conservation and operational duties at OSBS. Between September 2026 and April 2027, the LMT will participate in conservation projects related to prescribed burning, exotic-invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration. Basic station operation duties will include road and equipment maintenance, tree and tree limb trimming along roads and boundary fencing. Candidates should expect to work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances. The LMT works in a team environment and carries out instructions and projects with minimal supervision.

Training Opportunities Provided May Include

• S-130/S-190 Basic Wildland Firefighter certification
• S-112 Introduction to Chainsaw Operations
• Florida Pesticide Applicator's License

Expected Salary

$15.00-$17.00 per hour, commensurate with training and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Chainsaw use experience.
• Valid driver's license indicating “Safe Driver”.
• Excellent physical condition. This position requires work in variable and sometimes extreme weather, at remote locations, and on difficult or hazardous terrain. The successful candidate must be able to meet the NWCG Pack Test at the arduous level (3-mile walk with a 45-lb pack in 45 minutes or less).

Preferred

• Strong interest in conservation land management.
• Experience in prescribed fire, habitat restoration, or invasive species management.