Agricultural Technician II
State of Florida
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Daytona Beach • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $16 per hour
About the role
- Responsible for exotic plant species identification, treatment, and monitoring
- Safely handle and use herbicides to control exotic plant species
- Operate 4x4 vehicles, UTVs, and small utility trailers within the forest
- Use GPS units, data logs, and paper maps to locate and navigate through the forest
- Assist with maintenance and cleaning of vehicles and equipment
- Participate in other forestry operations such as timber marking and wildlife surveys
Requirements
- A high school diploma or its equivalent
- Requires possession of a valid class E driver license
- Occasional to moderate travel required
- Ability to safely handle and use herbicides
- Must be able to operate 4x4 vehicles, UTVs and small utility trailers
- Proficient in using GPS units, data logs, and paper maps
- Ability to work in a forested environment with little or no assistance
Benefits
- Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*)
- Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
exotic plant species identificationherbicide applicationvehicle operationGPS navigationdata loggingtimber markingwildlife surveys
Soft skills
ability to work independentlyattention to detail
Certifications
valid class E driver license