Wildlife Technicians are specially trained personnel who perform basic wildlife activity services for landowners holding land parcels in a wildlife management valuation. These services typically include maintenance of wildlife management products such as wildlife feeders, rainwater collection systems, and songbird nest boxes. Additionally, Technicians will perform fire ant treatments and, when needed, habitat control services Wildlife Technicians are responsible for gathering field documentation utilizing a company issued iPad and must demonstrate effective communication with clients and coworkers to ensure customers receive excellent service. The Products & Services Team dispatches several technicians across multiple counties and regions to perform fire ant treatments and provide wildlife management services in general. As such, Technicians must be able to reliably cover their assigned service appointments independently and at long distances from a base of operations or direct support. Good decision making, effective communication, and problem solving are required to make the best of challenging conditions. Newly hired Technicians will train with a Team Manager or Level III Wildlife Technician. Typical areas of training will include basic First Aid/CPR, GIS data management, using Avenza Pro, operating four-wheel drive vehicles off-road, and properly securing a load. Additional training modules will be presented based on continuing staff development initiatives and for maintaining a safe work environment. Wildlife Technicians work under the direct supervision of a Team Manager or Level III Wildlife Technician with daily assignments provided by the Scheduling Coordinator in the form of service appointments. Once technicians are proficient in training, they will be dispatched independently in a company fleet vehicle to cover assigned service appointments on their own. Occasional use of personal vehicles will be required. Technicians work four (4) 10 hour days. The workday starts at 7:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM. The work week starts on Monday and ends on Thursday.

Job Requirements:

A high school diploma or GED Current driver's license and reliable transportation Physical stamina with the ability to operate in extreme weather conditions Physical conditioning with the ability to cover irregular and rough terrain on foot Effective interpersonal communication skills The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Willing to stay overnight in company paid lodging for one or more nights

Pay:

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person