Wildlife Conservation Tech I - Field & Habitat Specialist

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Technician I for the Land & Water Access Division – Sandhills Wildlife Depot in Marston, NC. The role focuses on habitat management, surveys and infrastructure upkeep on state lands and waterways.

You will work a 40-hour week with possible night shifts and weekends; a valid NC driver’s license is required within 90 days, and CDL, pesticide license, and burn certificate may be needed within specified

Qualifications

• Associate Degree + two years of related experience in wildlife resources or heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints.
• Ability to read, interpret, catalog and enter data using a computer.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain heavy equipment and related machinery.
• Conduct fish and wildlife habitat management and surveys on state lands.
• Assist with infrastructure maintenance of boating and fishing access areas.

Skills

Wildlife management

Fish management

Wildlife habitats

Land management

Forest management

Agriculture practices

Education

Associate Degree in wildlife or fisheries management or construction management

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Technician I for the Land & Water Access Division – Sandhills Wildlife Depot in Marston, NC. The role focuses on habitat management, surveys and infrastructure upkeep on state lands and waterways.

You will work a 40-hour week with possible night shifts and weekends; a valid NC driver’s license is required within 90 days, and CDL, pesticide license, and burn certificate may be needed within specified