Wildlife Damage Management Technician Job at Texas A&M AgriLife
Job Title
Wildlife Damage Management Technician
Agency
Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Department
Wildlife Services
Proposed Minimum Salary
$2,120.50 monthly
Job Location
Sonora, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Conduct wildlife damage management services and activities using traps, snares, chemicals, tools, firearms and related equipment.
Responsibilities:
Obtain agreement from landowners, ranchers or administrators prior to conducting wildlife damage management services on land, maintaining regular contact with those involved. Use a variety of various control devices, chemicals, tools, firearms and related equipment needed for wildlife and avian damage management operations. Prepare baits and lures and sets control devices such as snares, traps etc in accordance with standard operating procedures
Performs tasks in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. Maintains and repairs tools, supplies and equipment. Maintain state pesticide records and restrictions.
Participate as a gunner or ground crew member in aerial hunting activities. Reports activities to District Supervisor. Uses GPS to identify location of traps, etc. Operate and maintain safety in all operations of motor vehicles, firearms, control devices and chemicals.
Prepares routine records of activities, observations, field conditions and contacts made. Prepares accurate and timely reports and database documents.
Education and Experience:
High school graduation or GED.
Farm or ranch background.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good computer skills. Knowledge of biological sciences and local, state and federal laws regarding wildlife damage management activities. Knowledge of various control devices, chemicals and tools required to manage damage caused by predators.
Ability to drive and travel as needed to perform duties. Ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others.
Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Valid driver license.
Other Requirements:
Travel connected with official duties may be required. This may include attendance at night and/or weekend meetings, participation in out-of-county events. Must have access to personal vehicle and obtain/maintain valid Driver's license and appropriate liability insurance. Must have willingness to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends). Must reside in assigned county (NOTE: Urban designed counties exempt from this requirement).
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.
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