GAME AND FISH DEPT

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Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships.

WILDLIFE HABITAT CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN

Job Location:

Address:  5000 W. CAREFREE HWY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85086

Posting Details:

Hiring Hourly Range: $19.00 - $22.00 

Grade: 17

Closing Date: 03/12/2025

Job Summary:

The position will be responsible for the physical construction and maintenance of projects aimed at enhancing, protecting, and creating wildlife habitats, as well as structures used by Department staff and the public. This includes working on wildlife areas, livestock fences, shooting ranges, water developments, access roads, administrative buildings, earthen dams, and fish hatcheries across Arizona.

Job Duties:

-Construct, maintain and repair habitat development projects per Department policies, procedures and standards, and OSHA construction safety standards.
-Load and unload project materials and personnel from trucks and helicopters, strictly adhering to all related Department and OSHA safety policies and standards.
-Operation of off-highway vehicles (OHV), four-wheel drive 3/4 ton, 1 and 1.5 ton utility trucks, heavy duty water trucks and skid steer loaders.
-Operation and maintenance of a large variety of Department hand tools, power tools, welders and other construction equipment, camp gear and work areas.
-Completion of required Department electronic records and paperwork.
-Transportation of construction materials and other supplies.
-Attend and participate in Department training opportunities and meetings.
-Provide quality customer outreach and supervision in the field when applicable.
-May support the Navigational Aids or Heavy Equipment Programs, which requires knowledge of navigational aids, boating facilities, docks, and safe heavy equipment operation.
-Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

The candidate will have knowledge of wildlife and wildlife habitats; construction and maintenance of habitat enhancements and developments; construction trades (carpentry, plumbing, working with cement, welding, painting); basic survey equipment, levels, string line, power tools, generators and welders; handling and applying of hazardous materials associated with fiber glassing, PVC plumbing and other industrial water-proofing materials; transport personnel, volunteers and materials via aircraft; helicopters; two-way radio communications; map reading; global positioning system devices; first aid; vehicle operations including OHVs, four-wheel drive trucks, 1 and 1.5 ton crew trucks and heavy duty water trucks; laws and rules pertaining to operating vehicles requiring a Commercial Drivers License; safe boating and navigational practices. The candidate will be skilled in fence building; use of pneumatic devices such as jack hammers, rock drills and post pounders; operation of power tools such as chain saws, gas-powered cutting saws and cement mixers; plumbing; welding; concrete skills including forming, reinforcing, mixing and pouring; masonry; fiber glassing; transporting materials over long distances on rough and rem