Natural Resource Technician

Avista•Spokane, WA

1d•$17 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

To promote a high level of environmental performance by implementing programs for natural resource specialties. Applies experience, knowledge, and training to implement natural resource measures under the direction of an Environmental Scientist. Assists the Environmental Scientist in providing technical expertise and implementing the physical work associated with various disciplines. Disciplines may include environmental and regulatory compliance, natural resource protection, mitigation, and enhancement, recreation and land use management, water quality, fisheries, aquatic weeds, vegetation management, wetlands, and/or permitting.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Must be capable of conducting strenuous field work.
Willing to work long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Willing and capable of being trained in the safe and proper operation of equipment (including vehicles & boats) related to a particular field of specialization or assignments.
Ability to follow instructions.
Communicate effectively.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Proficient in using standard office computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite, email applications, and data entry.
Ability to compose clear, concise, and accurate written communications through emails, basic reports and other business documents.
Proficiency in creating clear, concise, and well-structured technical documentation, including technical reports, user manuals, process guides, etc.
Ability to translate complex technical information into easily understandable content for various audiences.
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions, communicate effectively, and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Two (2) + years of experience in parks and recreation, land use management, natural resource field or equivalent preferred.
Some higher education preferred.
A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or national accredited college or university in a physical science or environmental science, or related degree is preferred.
A basic understanding of summary statistics and interpretation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement programs for natural resource specialties.
Implement natural resource measures under the direction of an Environmental Scientist.
Provide technical expertise and implement physical work associated with various disciplines.
Conduct strenuous field work.
Operate equipment (including vehicles & boats) related to a particular field of specialization or assignments.
Follow instructions and communicate effectively.
Work independently and meet deadlines.
Deal effectively with peers and the public.
Use standard office computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite, email applications, and data entry.
Compose clear, concise, and accurate written communications through emails, basic reports and other business documents.
Navigate the internet for research and communication purposes.
Learn specialized systems within department/organization.
Create clear, concise, and well-structured technical documentation, including technical reports, user manuals, process guides, etc.
Translate complex technical information into easily understandable content for various audiences.
Train entry-level technicians in equipment operation practices.