{"id":40346,"date":"2021-05-19T19:15:59","date_gmt":"2021-05-20T02:15:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=40346"},"modified":"2021-05-19T19:16:01","modified_gmt":"2021-05-20T02:16:01","slug":"job-fish-and-wildlife-technician-fish-screens-technician-dept-fish-and-wildlife-john-day-or","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-fish-and-wildlife-technician-fish-screens-technician-dept-fish-and-wildlife-john-day-or\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Fish and Wildlife Technician (Fish Screens Technician), Dept. Fish and Wildlife (John Day, OR)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Initial Posting Date: <\/b><\/p>\n

05\/17\/2021<\/p>\n

Application Deadline:<\/b><\/p>\n

05\/24\/2021<\/p>\n

Agency:<\/b><\/p>\n

Department of Fish and Wildlife<\/p>\n

Salary Range:<\/b><\/p>\n

$2,837.00 – $4,225.00 Monthly<\/p>\n

Position Type:<\/b><\/p>\n

Employee<\/p>\n

Position Title:<\/b><\/p>\n

Fish and Wildlife Technician (Fish Screens Technician)<\/p><\/div>\n

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Apply Here:\u00a0https:\/\/oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/SOR_External_Career_Site\/job\/John-Day–ODFW–Screen-Shop\/Fish-and-Wildlife-Technician–Fish-Screens-Technician-_REQ-61272<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Job Description:<\/b><\/p>\n

Make a Difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources!<\/b><\/h5>\n
\nHelp the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.<\/i><\/b><\/h5>\n
This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located at the Fish Screens Shop in John Day, OR.<\/span><\/h5>\n
**The goal of this recruitment is to fill the positions at the Fish & Wildlife Technician (FWT) level. However, we encourage candidates to apply for the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level ($2,638-$3,508\/mo.), as the department may consider under-filling the positions.<\/u><\/b><\/span><\/h5>\n
Do you enjoy working outside, have you operated heavy equipment and have a knack for welding? Put your skills to work as the next Fish Screens Technician at the John Day Fish Screening and Passage Program and apply today!<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n
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Please review the minimum qualifications\/requested<\/span> skills and be sure to clearly\u00a0state your qualifying experience\u00a0in the role description (duties) section of your online application.\u00a0<\/b><\/h5>\n

Initial interviews are anticipated to be held via phone, video or virtual interview due to the current situation related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus).<\/b><\/p>\n

To learn more about the department and the work we do, view the following video at https:\/\/myodfw.com\/about<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

What you will do:<\/b><\/u><\/p>\n

\u2022 The Fish Screens Technician\u00a0will\u00a0manufacture,<\/span> install and repair fish screening and passage facilities. This position will also perform a variety of technical and manual labor duties for the protection\u00a0of fish species.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Assist\u00a0fish regional screening staff as assigned by performing manual labor and operating heavy equipment (dump truck with trailer\u00a0backhoe,<\/span> excavator\/trackhoe, fork-lift, overhead cranes, boom truck, etc.). Construct and fabricate fish screen systems and passage devices involving metal components, concrete forms and other associated parts and materials for installation at water diversions.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Construction\/fabrication<\/span> activities involve welding, carpentry, masonry, equipment operation, mechanics and assembly of screening systems.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Monitor the effectiveness of\u00a0fish screens by periodic inspections.\u00a0Perform<\/span> minor maintenance (inspection, lubrication, cleaning) and\u00a0major maintenance (solar repairs, fabrication, replacement\u00a0and repair of screen components using skills such as welding) on fish screens as needed.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, parts and supplies necessary to construct, repair and maintain fish screening\u00a0systems.<\/span> Determine and recommend purchases for screening\u00a0tools,<\/span> parts and\u00a0supplies to the supervisor.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Use firearm (occasionally) to euthanize sick or injured wildlife or killing or hazing nuisance animals.<\/p>\n

Working Conditions <\/b>
\n\u2022 Exposure to adverse weather conditions. Requires maintenance and construction work in and around water.<\/p>\n

\u2022 May require travel up to a week at a time.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Frequent operation of construction related equipment,\u00a0concrete<\/span> vibrators, pumps, hand tools, power saws and heavy equipment.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Occasional lifting\u00a0of construction materials of up to 50 pounds or more with assistance.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Occasionally required to walk long distances, carrying tools and supplies to structure sites.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours.<\/p>\n

\u2022 This position requires occasional use of a firearm to deliver immobilization drugs and projecting nets for wildlife capture, euthanizing injured or sick wildlife, killing or hazing nuisance animals or birds, collecting animals for research or other studies, and protection from dangerous animals in close quarters.<\/p>\n

\u2022 This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card for on the job use of quads (Class 1 ATVs) obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, accessible at the following website: www.rideatvoregon.org\/<\/span><\/a>. On your application, be sure to indicate in your job description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, they must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.<\/p>\n

\u2022 This position requires the possession of a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL). On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience section if you have a CDL. If the selected applicant does not possess a CDL, they are required to obtain this license within six months of hire and must retain it as a condition of continued employment in this position. The department will pay for up to $100 toward the cost of the CDL exam and renewal reimbursement. The cost of the physical exam would be covered if the employee is enrolled in PEBB for medical insurance. Pursuant to the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and Federal Highway Administration regulations, candidates must successfully pass an alcohol\/controlled substance test before being hired into this position. Additionally, employees required to hold a CDL will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up alcohol\/controlled substance testing as a condition of employment.<\/p>\n

Criminal Records\/DMV Check<\/b>
\nApplicants\u00a0are subject to both a\u00a0criminal history and motor vehicles check. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review. Adverse background information may disqualify you from further consideration.<\/p>\n

NOTE:<\/b> Within three-days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.<\/p>\n

We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience: <\/b><\/u><\/p>\n

Fish & Wildlife Technician Option:<\/b><\/u><\/p>\n

\u2022 An Associate degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture, Aquarium Science, Wildlife Technology or Agriculture; OR <\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022 Eighteen months of experience in fisheries, fish culture, fish screens, care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming.<\/p>\n

A higher level degree in\u00a0Fisheries or Wildlife Science\u00a0or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological\/ecological<\/span> coursework will substitute for the Associate degree.<\/p>\n

Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry Option – Underfill:<\/b><\/u><\/p>\n

\u2022 Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification (there are no minimum qualifications. Previous related experience is desirable.<\/p>\n

Requested Skills:<\/b>
\n\u2022 Using hand and power tools
\n\u2022 Using an Metallic Inert Gas (MIG), Plasma cutter,\u00a0\u00a0arc<\/span> welder and cutting torches
\n\u2022 Forming, pouring and finishing concrete
\n\u2022 Operating heavy equipment (such as dump truck, boom truck, forklift and backhoe)
\n\u2022 Writing progress or technical reports
\n\u2022 Basic computer experience, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
\n\u2022 Knowledge and experience troubleshooting solar\/electrical systems<\/p>\n

Additional Information:<\/b><\/u><\/p>\n

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” section in your application<\/b> or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed “Job History” section in your online application.<\/b>\u00a0You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the \u201cJob History\u201d section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.<\/p>\n

Note: <\/b>You will be required to provide a copy of your official or\u00a0unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name\/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts and cover letters can be attached to your application in the Resume\/CV\/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.<\/p>\n

For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, <\/b>click here<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Notes for External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees):<\/b> If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity.<\/b><\/p>\n

The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT\/PST) on the close date.<\/u> After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans\u2019 preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process. <\/b><\/p>\n

Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.<\/p>\n

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.<\/p>\n

\nThe employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all\u00a0terms and conditions\u00a0of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.<\/p>\n

Veterans – <\/b>If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans’ preference points will be added to your score.\u00a0 For more information on veterans’ preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org<\/a> and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.<\/p>\n

Find information on State of Oregon benefits<\/a><\/p>\n

More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com<\/a>\u00a0 and http:\/\/www.dfw.state.or.us\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity\/Affirmative<\/span> Action Employer<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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About Us<\/span><\/h5>\n
Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative.<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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