Wildlife Damage Tech: Field Ops & Safety

Texas A&M University System; Leakey (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Texas is seeking a Wildlife Damage Management Technician to perform wildlife damage management on private lands, using traps, snares, chemicals, tools, firearms and related equipment.

Responsibilities include obtaining landowner agreements, coordinating with cooperators, deploying control devices per SOP, maintaining equipment, keeping MIS records, and ensuring compliance with laws.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Farm or ranch background.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of biological sciences and wildlife damage management laws.
• Knowledge of control devices, chemicals and tools for predator management.
• Ability to drive and travel as needed.
• Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Valid driver's license.
• Travel may be required; own vehicle and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Obtain agreements from landowners before conducting wildlife damage management on private lands.
• Contact adjacent landowners or residents to advise of activities.
• Maintain rapport with cooperators and report activities to District Supervisor weekly.
• Use traps, snares, chemicals, tools, firearms and related equipment per SOP.
• Prepare baits, lures, and set control devices.
• Follow laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
• Maintain and safeguard tools, supplies, and equipment.
• Record daily activities and MIS documents accurately.
• Participate in aerial hunting activities as authorized and per regulations.
• Identify set trap locations with GPS and maintain safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Biological knowledge

Wildlife control

Driving/travel

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Traps and snares

GPS devices

Toxicant handling

MIS/Records keeping

Job description

Prairie View A&M University in Texas is seeking a Wildlife Damage Management Technician to perform wildlife damage management on private lands, using traps, snares, chemicals, tools, firearms and related equipment.

Responsibilities include obtaining landowner agreements, coordinating with cooperators, deploying control devices per SOP, maintaining equipment, keeping MIS records, and ensuring compliance with laws.