Fish and Wildlife Technician - Permanent Intermittent
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Job Description and Duties
Under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisor), the incumbent will assist in the day-to-day management, operation, and maintenance of the Upper Butte Basin Wildlife Area (UBBWA). This position may be required to work weekends, holidays, and non-traditional hours. Incumbent will obtain within one year of appointment, a Qualified Applicators Certification.
Performs the semi-skilled and routine work involved in maintaining both wetland and terrestrial habitats on the Area, such tasks as: planting, or cultivating wildlife cover or forage plants; participate in the preparation and completion of controlled burns for habitat improvement; installing, cleaning and maintaining water control structures, ditches and pumps; spraying of herbicides for control of noxious weeds, performing routine maintenance and repair of buildings, vehicles and equipment; fencing and posting boundaries of wildlife areas; picking up garbage. Operates automobiles, trucks,tractors, pumps, sprayers and other types of mechanical equipment; also operates a variety of hand tools as needed.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam:
Fish and Wildlife Technician: Exam Link
This position is posted in the following counties: Butte (427062) and Glenn (427052). You only need to apply to one county.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is expected to primarily work outdoors in all weather conditions. Position is required to work some nights, weekends and/or holidays for hunter check station operation. Ability to swim at least 50 yards and to stay afloat at least five minutes; good physical condition; and ability to lift 40 pounds. This position requires wearing a prescribed CDFW uniform. No State-Owned Housing is available.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.