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Requisition No: 876742
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: OPS-Fish & Wildlife Technician - 77902447
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 77902447
Salary: $18.23 an hour
Posting Closing Date: 06/28/2026
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Position Number: 77902447
Position Title: OPS Fish & Wildlife Technician
OPS Hourly Rate: $18.23 (potential to participate in group health insurance)
Supervisor: Eric Heribacka, for inquiries--407-568-5893, Eric.Heribacka@myFWC.com
Broadband Code: 19-4021-01
Position location: Tosohatchee WMA, 3365 Taylor Creek Road, Christmas, FL 32709
Region: Northeast
County: Orange
Working hours: M-F 8AM-5PM maximum allowable hours per year: 1,920 - Duties may require some early morning, night, or weekend duty and occasional overnight travel.List of any subordinates supervised: None
Residency Requirement: within 25 miles of an entrance of Tosohatchee WMA
Agency information:
Our organization:
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment.
The Division of Habitat & Species Conservation is comprised of six Sections and two offices. This position works within the Wildlife and Habitat Management Section of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Division of Habitat and Species Conservation.
Minimum qualifications, A high school diploma and 1 year of post-high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction is required.
Vocational training or an associate's degree in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction from an accredited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Additional requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Must possess and maintain a valid minimum Class E State of Florida driver's license. Must be able to operate ATVs, tractors, heavy equipment, and tools. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and walk or stand for extended time periods, must be able to work at night (occasionally) or in inclement weather. Occasional overnight travel, early mornings, or late evening work is required.
Preferred qualifications:

• Ability to operate, maintain, and repair heavy equipment and associated implements
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to plan and organize work assignments
• Familiar with outdoor recreational activities
• Skilled in construction activities including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and welding
• Knowledge of wildlife and land management practices, such as prescribed burning and herbicide use for vegetation control
• Basic use of personal computers and Microsoft Office
• Ability to operate outdoors under inclement weather conditions
• Ability to frequently push, pull, and/or carry more than 50 pounds

Description of Duties:
THIS IS AN OPS POSITION. IT IS NOT CAREER SERVICE.
The FWC's Northeast Region is seeking a highly motivated candidate to join the team at the William Beardall Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Orange County, FL. This position serves as a 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 application, etc.). Habitat improvement is focused on imperiled and locally important species including, but not limited to northern bobwhite, white-tailed deer, wild turkey, gopher tortoise, Bachman's sparrow, brown-headed nuthatch, and black rail. The successful candidate will also assist on other wildlife management areas throughout the northeast region and perform additional duties as instructed by the supervising biologist.
Additionally, the position will assist with infrastructure construction, maintenance, and repair, including roads, parking areas, 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.). 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. Occasional travel is required to attend regional and divisional meetings as well as various training courses related to the position's job duties.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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