Soil conservation aide vs wetlands technician

Differences between soil conservation aide and wetlands technician duties and responsibilities

Soil conservation aide example responsibilities.

• Manage native grass to improve wildlife habitat and reduce woody encroachment.
• Map work areas in state parks, nature preserves, and forests with GPS equipment.
• Document conservation practices through GPS and photography.
• Provide NRCS clients with professional quality service by performing both technical field conservation work and office contract document management services.
• Evaluate ELISA and RT-PCR protocols for citrus tristeza virus detection and formulate ELISA test standard procedure.

Wetlands technician example responsibilities.

• Manage daily RCRA inspections and mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment preventive/corrective maintenance procedures.
• Operate off road vehicles including ATV s and boats for the appropriate chemical applications in lakes, canals, and marshes.
• Assist HAZWOPER technicians with logistical support for operations on project operations including research of facilities and vendors need for project completion.
• Trap coyotes, wolves, and bobcats using footholds and foot snares.
• Gain experience with noninvasive research techniques: hair snares, track plates, and trail cameras.
• Participate in decommission sampling of an entire automobile assembly plant for a variety of contaminants in preparation for demolition.