FISH/WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN - 77000727

Position Overview and Responsibilities

Candidates should possess knowledge, skill and/or documentable experience in one or more of the following trades: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding/fabrication, HVAC, general maintenance, construction, and small engine, automotive or heavy equipment repair.

Conducts and/or oversees routine preventative maintenance to trucks, tractors, generators, mowers, scraper pans, harrows, turbine pumps, emergency aeration pumps/motors, feed blowers, air conditioning units, and other equipment as needed.

Performs minor mechanical and structural repairs to equipment including motorized vehicles, electricity driven motors, pump assemblies, agricultural tractor implements, pipelines, and kettles. Transports broken items that require complex repairs to appropriate repair shops, and for non-transportable equipment, contracts for repair services onsite and oversees the work.

Maintains all structural buildings in good order and appearance. Duties will include periodic painting and minor repairs as needed to mechanical components, plumbing and electrical services. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment in the shop work area, and is responsible for safe and secure storage of compressed gas cylinders, chemical containers, etc. Maintains environmentally safe disposal drums for used petroleum waste and see to its disposal. Consults with supervisor to secure necessary tools and materials for facilitation of daily repair work. Manages inventory to ensure routine supplies are available for equipment repairs and/or replacement. Requests parts as needed.

Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing or electrical or mechanical equipment; or vocational/technical training can be used as a substitute.
• Ability to withstand prolonged periods of time walking, standing, bending, climbing (ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles) and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• A highschool diploma and two years of post high school experience in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction is required.
• Vocational training or an Associate’s degree in wildlife, fisheries, environmental, ecological or related agriculture or construction from an accredited school or college may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Benefits

All FWC staff are expected to:

• Courteously assist Commission constituents to resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission’s programs or fish and wildlife conservation;
• Serve Florida’s citizens in a positive manner. Additionally, you will be responsible for timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and warrants for payments of goods, and responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of Section 215.422, F.S., related to State Comptroller’s rules and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

Office/shop hours are generally either 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday – Friday, however some morning, night, and weekend work may be required.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• Comprehensive health coverage to meet the needs of you and your family while maintaining low deductibles and low monthly out-of-pocket contributions.
• Option to select between the FRS Pension Plan and the FRS Investment Plan for retirement.
• Opportunity to participate in the tuition waiver program within the state university and community college systems.
• On the Job Trainings
• Support for family planning, including paid maternity leave, adoption benefits, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Family Supportive Work Program (FSWP), and paid leave for family and medical responsibilities for eligible employees.
• Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and other reasons because we understand the importance of giving back to the community.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.