FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

Fish and Wildlife Technician Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-523045

• Fish and Wildlife Technician

FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

$3,999.00

• $5,196.

00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

7/9/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist Supervisor located at the 25,000-acre Los Banos/North Grasslands Wildlife Area Complex, the incumbent assists with maintenance, enhancement and restoration of wildlife habitat, does repairs and maintenance of facilities and infrastructure, assists with public use opportunities and the public hunt program. Additionally, incumbent will act as lead person for seasonal employees in performing habitat restoration and maintenance activities on the wildlife area and in a hunter check station. Incumbent will service, maintain and operate vehicles and various tractors and farming implements. Incumbent will write reports, collate public hunt data, and collect information and maintain accurate records on vehicle and tractor usage and herbicide use.

Personal Leave Program:

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: Personal Leave Program

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CalCareers This position is a 12-month Limited Term (LT) and may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. During this 12-month Limited Term assignment, you will receive full health, dental, and vision benefits! You will also earn State Service and accrue monthly leave credits. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions

• Work hours may vary, and it may require working weekends, holidays, and/or non-traditional hours
• Some overnight travel may be required
• May be required to work outdoors in adverse weather and extreme temperatures, walk or wade on uneven, muddy or unstable terrain, deal with mosquitoes, ticks and other stinging/biting insects, rattlesnakes and other wildlife
• Work activities may include repetitive lifting and other physically challenging duties
• Possess a valid driver license of the appropriate class issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles
• A Pesticide Qualified Applicators Certificate is required for this position.

This certificate must be obtained within the probationary period of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-523045

Position #(s): 565-484-0916-017

Working Title:

Fish and Wildlife Technician

Classification:

FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

$3,999.00

• $4,765.00 A $4,151.00
• $5,196.

00 B New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Merced County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term

• Full Time Department Information Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California's diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission. Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website:

https://www.wildlife.ca.gov Special Requirements Demonstrate knowledge of, interest in, and aptitude for fish and wildlife conservation and repair and maintenance work; willingness to live and work throughout the State; willingness to work unusual hours and on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays; willingness to perform varied manual tasks; willingness to work in adverse weather conditions; tolerant of hunting and the hunting public; willingness to wear a prescribed uniform. This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License. The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration. The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial). Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

7/9/2026