Initial Posting Date:

06/13/2024

Application Deadline:

06/20/2024

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3,477 - $4,755

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Fish and Wildlife Technician (Fish Screening Technician)

Job Description:

Make a difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources!

Help 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.

Do you enjoy working outside, have you operated heavy equipment and have a knack for welding? Would you enjoy working a four day, 10 hours per day schedule? Put your skills to work as the next Fish Screens Technician with the Central Point Fish Screening and Passage Program and apply today! Please review the minimum qualifications/requested skills and be sure to clearly state your experience with that section in your application.

Location & Duration:

Based out of Central Point, OR, this is a full time, limited duration position starting July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.

We will also consider a Job Rotation for current, regular status employees of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife in good standing in a permanent or limited duration position (not temporary or seasonal) that is expected to continue through at least June 30, 2025. Please attach approval from your current manager to be considered for this job rotation in the resume/cover letter section of your application.

The goal of this recruitment is to fill the position at the Fish & Wildlife Technician (FWT) level. However, we encourage candidates to apply for the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level ($3,218 - $3,948/mo.), as the department may consider under-filling the positions.

What you will do:

The primary role of this position is to implement the construction, installation, operation and maintenance of fish screens and fish passage devices in Southwestern Oregon. Fish Screens Technician will manufacture, install and repair fish screening and passage facilities. This position will also perform a variety of technical and manual labor duties for the protection of fish species. Some of the duties will include:

• Assist fish regional screening staff as assigned by performing manual labor and operating heavy equipment (Backhoe, excavator/trackhoe, fork-lift, 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.
• Construction/fabrication activities involve welding, carpentry, masonry, equipment operation, mechanics and assembly of screening systems.
• Monitor the effectiveness of fish screens by periodic inspections. Perform minor maintenance (inspection, lubrication, cleaning) and major maintenance (solar repairs, fabrication, replacement and repair of screen components using skills such as welding) on fish screens as needed.
• Maintain inventory of equipment, tools, parts and supplies necessary to construct, repair and maintain fish screening systems. Determine and recommend purchases for screening tools, parts and supplies to the supervisor.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to adverse weather conditions. Requires maintenance and construction work in and around water.
• May require travel up to a week at a time.
• Frequent operation of construction related equipment, concrete vibrators, pumps, hand tools, power saws and heavy equipment.
• Occasional lifting of construction materials of up to 50 pounds or more with assistance.
• Occasionally required to walk long distances, carrying tools and supplies to structure sites.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Fish & Wildlife Technician Option:

• An Associate's degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture, Aquarium Science, Wildlife Technology or Agriculture; OR
• Eighteen months of experience in fisheries, fish culture, fish screens, care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming.

A higher level degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate's degree.

• Note: You do not need to meet the Fish & Wildlife Technician minimum qualifications to be considered: the department may consider underfilling at the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level.

Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry Option - Underfill:

• Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification (there are no minimum qualifications. Previous related experience is desirable).

Requested Skills:

• Using hand and power tools
• Using a Metallic Inert Gas (MIG), Plasma cutter, arc welder and cutting torches
• Forming, pouring and finishing concrete
• Operating heavy equipment (such as excavator/track hoe, forklift, and backhoe)
• Writing progress or technical reports
• Basic computer experience, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Knowledge and experience troubleshooting solar/electrical systems.

Criminal Records/DMV Check:

Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.

Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.

Additional Information:

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported in your resume or the "Job History" section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in your resume or the “Job History” section does not include information used to 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.

For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here

Attachments:

If you’d like to attach a copy of your official or unofficial college transcripts, they 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.

External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees):

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.

Internal Applicants:

We will also consider a Job Rotation for current, regular status employees of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife in good standing in a permanent or limited duration position (not temporary or seasonal) that is expected to continue through at least February 28, 2025. Please attach approval from your current manager to be considered for this job rotation in the resume/cover letter section of your application.

The contact information that is prefilled on your application is typically your work email and work phone number. Be sure to check your state email and Workday notifications for your status regarding the recruitment process. If you are away from the office or unable to check your state email account for an extended period, contact the HR Recruitment Unit and the hiring manager to let them know your personal email and phone number where you can be contacted. This will help to ensure you do not miss out on any correspondence that may be related to an interview. If you apply for a position as an internal applicant and then terminate while the recruitment is still in process, contact the Recruitment Unit to have your contact information updated.

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

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.

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.

The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.

Veterans - If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans' preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org 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.

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If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW’s mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon’s fish, wildlife, and their habitats. ODFW is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future! To learn more about the department and the work we do, view the following video at https://myodfw.com/about

More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com and http://www.dfw.state.or.us/

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer