Wildlife Habitat Technician: Field & Prescribed Fire

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission; Punta Gorda (FL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Job summary

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician to join the Southwest Region team in Charlotte County. The role involves outdoor habitat restoration, prescribed fire, and operating or maintaining heavy equipment in varied weather.

The position requires a high school diploma and 1 year of related experience, with CDL within 270 days and a background check. On-site housing is available and weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: high school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of post-high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related fields; vocational training or an associate’s degree may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred: familiarity with vegetation (native/invasive) in central Florida and vehicle/equipment maintenance; experience with prescribed burning.
• Additional requirements: background check; valid Florida driver’s license; must obtain Class A CDL within 270 days and maintain license.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and repair heavy equipment and implements.
• Help manage Wildlife Management Area habitat restoration and prescribed fire activities.
• Assist with surveying and monitoring of species and resource inventories.
• Contribute to planning and maintenance of projects for public use (parking, roads, culverts, trash removal).
• Interact professionally with public and partners; follow rules and regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Independent work

Work planning

Outdoor work

Construction trades

Wildlife knowledge

Basic computer use

Physical endurance

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree substitute possible

Job description

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician to join the Southwest Region team in Charlotte County. The role involves outdoor habitat restoration, prescribed fire, and operating or maintaining heavy equipment in varied weather.

The position requires a high school diploma and 1 year of related experience, with CDL within 270 days and a background check. On-site housing is available and weekend hours may be required.