Wildlife Habitat Field Technician

Austin Community College; Washington; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Wildlife Area Technician to contribute to conservation efforts at Oak Creek Wildlife Area. Responsibilities include managing habitats, applying herbicides, and operating various equipment. The ideal candidate should possess relevant education in natural resources and experience in land management. This position offers a dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Two years of technical experience in land management or related.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement wildlife area projects.
• Conduct vegetation management and pest control.
• Maintain wildlife area infrastructure and vehicles.

Skills

Fieldwork

Operating heavy equipment

Herbicide application

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or natural resources

Associate’s degree in natural resource studies

Tools

GPS and mapping software

Microsoft Office Suite

Heavy machinery

Job description

A local educational institution is seeking a Wildlife Area Technician to contribute to conservation efforts at Oak Creek Wildlife Area. Responsibilities include managing habitats, applying herbicides, and operating various equipment. The ideal candidate should possess relevant education in natural resources and experience in land management. This position offers a dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities.