Wildlife Damage Management Technician

About the role

The Wildlife Damage Management Technician provides wildlife damage management services using traps, snares, chemicals, tools, firearms and related equipment to protect agricultural, industrial and natural resources in Texas.

Key responsibilities

• Obtain agreements from landowners and maintain regular contact with cooperators.
• Set and maintain control devices such as snares, traps and M-44 toxicants following standard operating procedures.
• Conduct operations in compliance with local, state and federal laws, including record‑keeping for pesticide use.
• Participate as a gunner or ground‑crew member in authorized aerial hunting activities.
• Report weekly activities to the District Supervisor and document field conditions using GPS.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED.
• Farm or ranch background.
• Ability to travel, work evenings/weekends and possess a valid driver’s license with personal vehicle and liability insurance.
• Residency in the assigned county.

Required skills

• Computer competencies.
• Proficiency with GPS for locating traps and devices.

What we offer

• Health, dental, vision, life and long‑term disability insurance with employer contributions.
• Paid holidays, sick leave and vacation time.
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
• Employee wellness initiatives.