Biological Monitor

EOC Group•Elko, NV

3d•$25 - $40

About The Position

The Biological Monitor will monitor construction activities associated with electrical transmission and distribution line development projects. Principal duties will include monitoring of construction activities to ensure resource protection measures are being implemented to protect sensitive biological resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an environmental resource field (biology, wildlife biology, ecology, botany, or related field)
Competence using global positioning system units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices
Strong written and communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products utilizing the latest operating system
Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable
Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions
Ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicles on rough terrain
Ability to perform work duties independently or as part of a team
Ability and willingness to relocate to the project location
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

Nice To Haves

Experience working in Nevada, Utah, and/or Idaho
Experience working with sensitive avian species
Experience working with State and/or Federal land management agencies
Practical experience with electric transmission line construction
Field experience and comfortability working on construction projects and around heavy equipment
Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced, and ever-changing environment

Responsibilities

Verifying sensitive biological sites and rare plant populations are properly flagged and avoided
Conduct avian nest surveys and monitoring
Conduct surveys of listed threatened and endangered
Tracking and reporting construction activities
Documentation of compliance/non-compliance with resource protection measures
Communicate with construction personnel to identify and implement appropriate corrective actions as needed
Completing daily monitoring reports
Documenting site conditions with photos and GPS reference
Providing training on provisions of the mitigation plan prior to and during construction
Interacting professionally with other relevant parties
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group’s culture of safety and employee ownership
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures