Wildlife & Habitat Control Technician

Purpose of the Job
Works under the direction of the Airfield Supervisor, within the Facilities & Asset Management Department and supervised by the Wildlife Control Specialist. The Wildlife Habitat Control Technician’s responsibility is to maintain all the vegetation on the airfield, the airfield assets, and the maneuvering area surfaces. The Wildlife Habitat Control Technician will also be responsible for completing wildlife control duties.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Inspect and maintain all vegetation in and around the airfield
Maintain runways/taxiways/aircraft parking ramps in accordance with ICAO standards. This includes surface vegetation control and removal, grading, crack sealing, minor concrete and asphalt repair, and repainting of aprons, the runway, and taxiway markings.
Perform sweeping of the runway, taxiways, aircraft parking ramps, and airport roads by operating the mechanical sweeper.
Maintain lawns and fields around airport facilities and on airport property both land and airside using a combination of landscaping equipment, (sit-down mowers, weed trimmers, chain saws, and farm tractors).
Inspect and perform periodic maintenance on equipment including the mechanical sweeper, mowers, tractor, line painting equipment, crack seal equipment, and trimmers
Documents all actions and observations for analysis by completing work orders and reports.
Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Wildlife Hazard Management Plan (WHMP), Airport Emergency Plan (AEP), and other working documents and established rules and regulations that govern the operation of the airfield and airport employees.
Any other duties needed to help drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our organization’s Values.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Completion of High School or equivalent
Must possess a current certificate for basic safety (NCCER), First Aid, and CPR
Physically fit and able-bodied
Must possess a valid driver’s license for Light trucks or higher
Knowledge of animal identification
Ability to operate a computer and word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
Must be able to communicate effectively verbally over the telephone, and over the two-way radio systems, and in writing
Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
Accomplish multiple tasks accurately with frequent interruptions
Ability to operate automotive and specialized mechanical equipment.
Work Conditions
Personnel in this position must be available to work a flexible 5-day schedule that covers weekends and holidays when called for to suit operational requirements
Extended periods of standing, sitting, and other physically demanding conditions
Regular exposure to conditions including heat, humidity, dust, and wildlife unpredictable conditions
Must be able to respond as situations arise after hours
Maybe requested to work overtime as required
Must be able to work with minimum supervision within a team environment
Extended periods of walking in external environments on uneven terrain.
Bending, reaching, standing and driving throughout shift.
Exposure to machinery, moving objects/vehicles, dust, allergens, slippery/uneven surfaces, and excessive noise,
Lifting and carrying equipment
During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No