OPS Fish and Wildlife Technician

The FWC’s Northeast Region is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join a team of biologists and technicians on the T.M. Goodwin Waterfowl Management Area in Brevard County, FL. This position serves as an OPS Fish and Wildlife Technician on a highly productive team of land managers to restore and enhance habitats for the benefit of a variety of species and for the enjoyment of Florida residents and visitors. The successful candidate will be a key team member responsible for all aspects of management of the WMA including application of prescribed fire and conducting mechanical and chemical vegetation control (mowing, roller chopping, herbicide, etc.) to manage habitats. Habitat improvement is focused on waterfowl and wading birds. The successful candidate will assist with the operation of hunter check stations on the T.M. Goodwin as well as the Fort Drum WMA to collect biological data of hunter harvested game. Additionally, the position will assist with infrastructure construction, maintenance and repair, including roads, trails, culverts, fences, gates, signs, and buildings. The position will operate, maintain and repair area equipment and vehicles including trucks, tractors, ATVs, heavy equipment and various implements (disc harrows, mowers, sprayers, etc.). The position will be expected to operate a trackhoe excavator, bulldozer, 170 hp tractor (4WD), 100 hp tractor, 15 ft. offset disc, 21-ft. roller chopper, backhoe/front-end loader, dump truck, hydraulic mower, airboat, and other miscellaneous equipment. Incumbent also must possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair small engines, implements, and heavy equipment. The incumbent will interact with various partner agencies and the public to provide information concerning wildlife and area management, rules and regulations. Occasionally the incumbent will attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various trainings as needed.