The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Technician I to support their Land & Water Access Division in Waynesville, NC. The role involves managing fish and wildlife habitats, conducting research and surveys, and maintaining infrastructure on state-owned lands and waterways
Job Summary
The position conducts fish and wildlife habitat management, research, surveys, and infrastructure management on state-owned lands or waterways.
Project objectives include restoring endangered species habitats, creating early successional habitats, and maintaining boating access areas.
The role requires operating heavy equipment such as farm tractors, crawler tractors, mowers, and chainsaws while working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Wildlife Conservation Technician I to support their Land & Water Access Division in Waynesville, NC. The role involves managing fish and wildlife habitats, conducting research and surveys, and maintaining infrastructure on state-owned lands and waterways.
Salary
Recruitment Range: $33,902 - $59,327; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive family-friendly benefits including leave options and health information
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Operating heavy agricultural machinery
Performing manual labor in all weather
Reading construction plans and blueprints
Maintaining roads, trails, and docks
Executing prescribed burning procedures
Nice-to-have
Experience with wildlife identification
Knowledge of forest management practices
Ability to work weekends and holidays
Familiarity with early successional habitats
Key Requirements
Commercial Driver's License Class A (or obtain within 1 year)
NC Pesticide Applicators license (or 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
Successful completion of pre-employment drug/alcohol testing and background check
Work Rights
Proof of employment eligibility required on first day; E-Verify participation