Seasonal Land Management & Conservation Technician

University of Florida, Ordway-Swisher Biological Station; Melrose (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The OPS Land Management Technician (LMT) at University of Florida, Ordway-Swisher Biological Station, is a time-limited role supporting conservation and operational duties from Sep 2026 through Apr 2027.

You will participate in prescribed burning, invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration, plus road and equipment upkeep, tree trimming along roads, and boundary fencing.

Qualifications

• Chainsaw use experience.
• Valid driver's license indicating Safe Driver.
• Excellent physical condition; able to work in extreme weather, remote locations and rugged terrain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conservation and operational duties at OSBS.
• Participate in prescribed burning, exotic-invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration.
• Basic station duties include road and equipment maintenance, tree trimming along roads and boundary fencing.

Skills

Chainsaw use

Physical fitness

NWCG Pack Test

Safe Driver

Job description

The OPS Land Management Technician (LMT) at University of Florida, Ordway-Swisher Biological Station, is a time-limited role supporting conservation and operational duties from Sep 2026 through Apr 2027.

You will participate in prescribed burning, invasive species control, ecological monitoring, data entry and habitat restoration, plus road and equipment upkeep, tree trimming along roads, and boundary fencing.