Operating heavy farm tractors and crawler tractors
Performing prescribed burning and habitat restoration
Maintaining roads, trails, docks, and navigation aids
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The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Technician I to join their Land & Water Access Division in Waynesville, NC. The role involves conducting habitat management, research, and infrastructure maintenance on state-owned lands and waterways, and requires experience with heavy equipment and wildlife management practices.
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Job Summary
The position focuses on restoring fish and wildlife habitats for endangered and game species while providing hunting opportunities.
Employees will operate heavy equipment including tractors, mowers, and trucks to maintain infrastructure like roads, dikes, and boating access areas.
The role requires working a modified schedule that may include night work, overnight travel, weekends, and holidays.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Technician I to join their Land & Water Access Division in Waynesville, NC. The role involves conducting habitat management, research, and infrastructure maintenance on state-owned lands and waterways, and requires experience with heavy equipment and wildlife management practices.
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Salary
Recruitment Range: $33,902 - $59,327; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive family-friendly benefits via NC OSHR
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Operating heavy farm tractors and crawler tractors
Performing prescribed burning and habitat restoration
Maintaining roads, trails, docks, and navigation aids
Working outdoors in all weather conditions
Lifting medium to heavy items up to 50 pounds
Nice-to-have
Experience with construction plans and blueprints
Ability to identify wildlife plants and fish species
Knowledge of forest management and agriculture practices
Experience reading and executing construction plans
Key Requirements
Commercial Driver's License Class A (must obtain within 1 year)
NC Pesticide Applicators license (must obtain within 1 year)
Associate Degree in wildlife/fisheries/construction management plus 2 years experience
Valid North Carolina driver's license required within 90 days
Pass pre-employment drug/alcohol testing and background check
Work Rights
Proof of employment eligibility required on first day; E-Verify participation