TEMPORARY Area 14 Wildlife Property Technician - Kit Carson County

State of Colorado; Colorado; On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE is seeking a Wildlife Technician IV to support habitat maintenance across Area 14 state wildlife areas. This temporary, up-to-40-hours/week role focuses on facilities, irrigation, and equipment upkeep to ensure safe public access.

Applicants should be 18+, possess a valid driver's license, and be prepared for outdoor work in varied weather. Training provided by CPW, with emphasis on safety and teamwork during seasonal projects.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a current motor vehicle report.
• Willing to work outside during inclement weather.
• Knowledge of power tools and hand tools is preferred.
• Knowledge of small engines and other equipment maintenance and repair preferred.
• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine maintenance of state wildlife areas and facilities.
• Maintain irrigation infrastructure and area equipment.
• Perform carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work as needed.
• Operate tractors, mowing equipment, and forestry equipment.
• Keep buildings, restrooms, campsites, and trails clean and safe.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivation

Outdoor work

Stamina

Tools

Power tools

Small engines maintenance

Job description

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $16.50 (Fixed) PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE Spring 2026 THROUGH Fall 2026

The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion, we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW)

Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources. Colorado Parks and Wildlife. This position exists to assist Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff in their efforts to protect, preserve, enhance, and manage the habitat of several state wildlife areas in Area 14; the properties this position is assigned to are Flagler SWA, Hugo SWA, Karval Reservoir SWA, Kinney Lake SWA, and Ramah Reservoir SWA.

The current Wildlife Technician IV supervises this position. This position is designed as a support role and, therefore, will be responsible for working under the supervision of the Wildlife Property Technicians, District Wildlife Managers, and biologists as they implement habitat improvement projects and a wide variety of other wildlife-related responsibilities. This position will assist with the routine maintenance of state wildlife areas, irrigation infrastructure in state wildlife areas, other facilities, and area equipment maintenance, including maintaining all the various buildings and facilities.

Work can include (but is not limited to):

• Tree and willow planting
• Fence building and maintenance
• General maintenance and cleaning of public facilities, including restrooms, vault toilets, campsites, picnic areas, and trails.
• Mowing and trimming operations.
• Operation of tractors and mowing equipment.
• Operation of forestry equipment.
• Operation of herbicide application equipment.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on state-owned vehicles and equipment.
• Assures quality customer service and facility maintenance, repair, and cleanliness.
• May assist with carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work, and transporting materials and supplies.
• Maintains a working knowledge of and safely operates all relevant equipment and tools, including tractors, mowers, chainsaws,power saws, drills, air compressors, generators, spray equipment, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE

Note: There is only one position available in this location. The position is up to 40 hours per week and up to nine months in duration. The rate of pay for this position is fixed and therefore will not change during the season. Hiring and firing is at the supervisor's discretion.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a current motor vehicle report.
• Willing to work outside during inclement weather.
• Knowledge of power tools and hand tools is preferred.
• Knowledge of small engines and other equipment maintenance and repair preferred.Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This position involves physical activities that require considerable arm and leg use and movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday

WORK CONTEXT

• Outdoors, Exposed to weather
• Contact with others
• Spend time standing and walking
• Limited exposure to minor contaminants
• Spend time using your hands to handle control or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Exposed to minor burns, cuts, bites or stings
• Uniforms

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at [e-mail].

ADAAA Accommodations

Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail] at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

E-Verify employer

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.