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Position/Project Specifics:
This project includes conducting 2nd Pass detailed fish passage Barrier and Habitat Assessments of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) stream crossing facilities throughout Central and Northern California. Efforts will be focused on priority crossing facilities that are currently or have historically supported anadromous salmonids. The Fisheries Technician 1 hired to support these fish passage barrier assessments will be based out of the Caltrans Marysville Office and will utilize a hybrid telework arrangement. Periodic overnight travel with up to 3 night stay working four 10 hour days is required to access the specified Caltrans crossing facilities and support assessment efforts. Ability to conduct fieldwork in streams is also required. Work hours may vary based on task needs, but will be between 32-40 hours per week. Pay rate $18.00/ hour.
We are looking for an individual who has the initiative to complete tasks without explicit direction, is well-organized, meticulous, follows direction well, and works well with others. The candidate must be comfortable working in the field under strenuous conditions (hot/cold temperatures, small poorly lit spaces, biting insects, presence of poison oak, and hiking in densely vegetated riparian habitat while carrying heavy gear). Previous experience conducting fishery-related field surveys and familiarity with CDFW stream habitat/barrier assessments is a plus, but not required. Travel will be conducted in a Caltrans state vehicle. This position is responsible for data management and assisting with the writing of assessment summaries and final reports, so strong writing skills (Word) and data management (Excel) are required. The Fisheries Technician 1 will use knowledge of the basic principles and protocols of fish biology to make readings, measurements, and observations; execute tests; collect field data; calibrate scientific instruments; etc.
Essential Functions:
Knowledge Required by the Position:
At the lower end of the range, employees use knowledge of basic arithmetic, reading, writing, and data collection to perform routine or repetitive tasks.
At the upper end of the position range, employees use knowledge of the basic principles and protocols of fish biology to make readings, measurements, and observations; execute tests; collect samples, etc. If complex equipment systems are operated, the employee has the knowledge to perform calibrations or adjustments to achieve desired results.
Additional Mandatory Skills:
Physical Demands:
Demands can range from moderate --where there is walking, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching, lifting, bending, and strenuous sweeping-- to rigorous. In the latter case, the incumbent must be able to handle buckets of water or gear weighing up to 50 pounds. Long daily periods of hiking, carrying equipment, swimming, and/or standing may be required. Some work requires the ability to maintain footing in fast-moving water.
Work Environment:
A portion of the work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. The majority is performed in the field.Field work involves exposure to all types of weather, slippery rocks, trails, irregular terrain, insects, poison oak, rough or fast-moving water, or cold water temperatures.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
A range of experience and education may be presented. At the lower end of the range, candidates must present six months of General Experience* OR one year of education above the high school level that included at least six semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying.
At the upper end of the range, candidates must present one year of Specialized Experience** OR a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with a major or at least 24 semester hours of coursework in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying.
*General Experience is (1) any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with biological sciences or the processes of the biological sciences.
**Specialized Experience is experience that equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled
Benefits
Full-Year Employees working at least 30 hours a week are covered by the Company's Life, LTD and AD&D plan. They are eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as short term disability, voluntary Life, LTD and AD&D insurance, flexible spending and deferred compensation. An employee receives up to 120 hours of vacation during their first three years of service. After that, the amount of vacation increases every three years of service up to a maximum of 192 hours per year.
Position/Project Specifics:
This project includes conducting 2nd Pass detailed fish passage Barrier and Habitat Assessments of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) stream crossing facilities throughout Central and Northern California. Efforts will be focused on priority crossing facilities that are currently or have historically supported anadromous salmonids. The Fisheries Technician 1 hired to support these fish passage barrier assessments will be based out of the Caltrans Marysville Office and will utilize a hybrid telework arrangement. Periodic overnight travel with up to 3 night stay working four 10 hour days is required to access the specified Caltrans crossing facilities and support assessment efforts. Ability to conduct fieldwork in streams is also required. Work hours may vary based on task needs, but will be between 32-40 hours per week. Pay rate $18.00/ hour.
We are looking for an individual who has the initiative to complete tasks without explicit direction, is well-organized, meticulous, follows direction well, and works well with others. The candidate must be comfortable working in the field under strenuous conditions (hot/cold temperatures, small poorly lit spaces, biting insects, presence of poison oak, and hiking in densely vegetated riparian habitat while carrying heavy gear). Previous experience conducting fishery-related field surveys and familiarity with CDFW stream habitat/barrier assessments is a plus, but not required. Travel will be conducted in a Caltrans state vehicle. This position is responsible for data management and assisting with the writing of assessment summaries and final reports, so strong writing skills (Word) and data management (Excel) are required. The Fisheries Technician 1 will use knowledge of the basic principles and protocols of fish biology to make readings, measurements, and observations; execute tests; collect field data; calibrate scientific instruments; etc.
Essential Functions:
- Participate in survey crews that conduct regional fishery presence/absence research, recreational/commercial fishing surveys, anadromous fish escapement surveys (carcass, redd, trap/weir, snorkel, etc.), or tag detection and mark recovery surveys. Make standardized observations such as species identification, length, weight, behavior, growth, survival, reproductive condition, and/or signs of parasites, diseases or pathogens, fin clips or tags.
- Collect and organize biological and Habitat samples and collections (such as scales, otoliths, aging structures, other tissues, water quality, etc.).
- Summarize and input biological or habitat data on field forms, electronic data loggers, and/or desktop computers. May assist with preliminary data summaries and analyses, technical report writing, or database management.
Knowledge Required by the Position:
At the lower end of the range, employees use knowledge of basic arithmetic, reading, writing, and data collection to perform routine or repetitive tasks.
At the upper end of the position range, employees use knowledge of the basic principles and protocols of fish biology to make readings, measurements, and observations; execute tests; collect samples, etc. If complex equipment systems are operated, the employee has the knowledge to perform calibrations or adjustments to achieve desired results.
Additional Mandatory Skills:
- carcass and redd surveys
- able to swim
- lift 40 - 50 lbs.
- valid driver's license
- operate GPS
- fish species ID skills
- habitatmonitoring
- operate handheld data recorder
- compile and collect neat and accurate data
- specific software skills (spreadsheet, word processing, database, GIS, statistical)
- oral communication skills
- written communication skills
- construction, fabrication, and installation skills
- repair maintain equipment
Physical Demands:
Demands can range from moderate --where there is walking, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching, lifting, bending, and strenuous sweeping-- to rigorous. In the latter case, the incumbent must be able to handle buckets of water or gear weighing up to 50 pounds. Long daily periods of hiking, carrying equipment, swimming, and/or standing may be required. Some work requires the ability to maintain footing in fast-moving water.
Work Environment:
A portion of the work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heating, and ventilation. The majority is performed in the field.Field work involves exposure to all types of weather, slippery rocks, trails, irregular terrain, insects, poison oak, rough or fast-moving water, or cold water temperatures.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
A range of experience and education may be presented. At the lower end of the range, candidates must present six months of General Experience* OR one year of education above the high school level that included at least six semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying.
At the upper end of the range, candidates must present one year of Specialized Experience** OR a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with a major or at least 24 semester hours of coursework in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying.
*General Experience is (1) any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with biological sciences or the processes of the biological sciences.
**Specialized Experience is experience that equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled
Benefits
Full-Year Employees working at least 30 hours a week are covered by the Company's Life, LTD and AD&D plan. They are eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as short term disability, voluntary Life, LTD and AD&D insurance, flexible spending and deferred compensation. An employee receives up to 120 hours of vacation during their first three years of service. After that, the amount of vacation increases every three years of service up to a maximum of 192 hours per year.
