On-Call Paleontological Field Technician
About The Position
This position is primarily a field-based position with minimal office time anticipated. About Eocene Environmental Group: Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success. Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are: Forestry & Utility Division Environmental Division Technology & Innovation Division Sustainability Division JOB SUMMARY: The On-Call Paleontological Field Technician is responsible for conducting paleontological resource monitoring for large-scale utility line construction activities in Oregon and Idaho.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in paleontology or geology or demonstrated equivalent experience is required
- Minimum of 1 year of paleontological monitoring or survey experience
- Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing various types of fossils, familiarity with collection methods, and basic knowledge of paleontological field techniques
- Knowledge of basic field geology and paleontology skills, such as: Geologic descriptions Measuring stratigraphic columns Recognizing vertebrate, invertebrate, plant, and trace fossils in the field
- Must have the knowledge of using excavation tools
- Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions and capable of walking/hiking long distances
- Ability to travel for extended periods of time or relocate
- Competence using global positioning system units, maps, tablets, and submeter accuracy devices
- Competence taking detailed field notes and photographs
- The ability to operate a four-wheel drive vehicle over rough terrain
- The ability to perform work duties independently or as part of a team
- Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable
- Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree in paleontology, geology, or related field
- Previous experience operating as a Field Agent on paleontological permits
- Fossil preparation and/or museum curation experience
- Familiarity with typical utility construction activities
- Familiarity with ESRI GIS applications (including desktop, ArcGIS, Field Maps, Survey123, etc.)
- Prior experience working in Oregon, Idaho, New Mexico, Arizona, or Utah
Responsibilities
- Monitor and observe construction activities in areas with potential presence of paleontological resources
- Complete daily monitoring reports
- Conduct field surveys
- Complete survey reports
- Participate in fossil excavation and salvages as needed
- Coordinate with construction crews regarding monitoring and discovery of paleontological resources
- Participate in safety trainings
- 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
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Career Level
Entry Level
