Wildlife Area Technician: Field Habitat & Restoration

State of Washington; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - Wildlife Area Division in Aberdeen, WA is hiring a Wildlife Area Technician. You will support habitat restoration, maintain facilities and access areas, and help manage invasive vegetation while ensuring safety for wildlife and the public.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, operation of field equipment, and coordination of projects that protect habitats and recreational opportunities in Grays Harbor County.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in habitat management, land management, agriculture, or natural resource operations.
• An Associate’s degree (or higher) in natural resource management, forestry, wildlife management, agriculture, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• One year of experience as a Natural Resource Technician 2.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement projects to protect, maintain, and improve habitats, species, and recreational opportunities on the Wildlife Area.
• Restore, enhance, and maintain wildlife habitats and public access areas.
• Operate and maintain equipment (ATVs, tractors, chainsaws, irrigation systems).
• Inspect and maintain facilities, roads, signage, and capital improvements.
• Communicate with the public and manage fieldwork logistics.

Skills

Equipment operation

Public communication

GPS/GIS familiarity

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree in natural resources or related field

Two years habitat/natural resource experience

Tools

ATVs/UTVs

Tractors

Brush cutters/Chainsaws

Small boats

GPS devices

Job description

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - Wildlife Area Division in Aberdeen, WA is hiring a Wildlife Area Technician. You will support habitat restoration, maintain facilities and access areas, and help manage invasive vegetation while ensuring safety for wildlife and the public.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, operation of field equipment, and coordination of projects that protect habitats and recreational opportunities in Grays Harbor County.