Pacific Power · 1 day ago
Compliance & Wildlife Field Technician- Casper, WY #114386
Casper, WY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25.67/hr - $35.27/hr
2+ years expPacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain their commitment to a culture of customer service excellence and environmental sustainability. The Compliance & Wildlife Field Technician will conduct avian and wildlife surveys, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide analysis related to renewable energy projects and transmission/distribution lines.
ComputerElectronicsEnergy
Responsibilities
Conduct surveys evaluating electrocution and collision risks and the effectiveness of avian protection measures on power lines
Survey wind turbines, solar projects, and power lines and record data on avian use, mortalities, and protection measures to prevent electrocutions and collisions
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal laws as well as the Company’s Avian Protection Plans, Bird and Bat Conservation Strategies, Eagle Conservation Plans, Migratory Bird Compliance Plans, various policies/procedures, and applicable operating permits and leases
Identify bird and other wildlife mortalities (species, cause of death), document live raptors using structures and identify bird nests on structures
Perform informed curtailment activities at operating wind projects
Perform pre-construction wildlife surveys and monitoring at proposed PacifiCorp renewable and/or transmission/distribution projects
Perform post-construction monitoring for wildlife/avian impact assessments, including raptor nest surveys, mortality monitoring, sage grouse surveys, and/or habitat assessments
Report, track, and remove carrion carcasses from projects and/or road ways
Collect data using ArcPad and Trimble GPS units. Conduct quality check of all GIS data collected
Complete surveys in a safe, timely, and accurate manner
Work safely in remote locations with limited oversight and under variable field conditions (weather, insects, and/or limited vehicle access)
Adhere to company safety requirements and ensure safe working practices
Complete required PacifiCorp employee training and comply with all company policies, procedures and guidelines
Understand wildlife/avian policy and procedures
Enter all protected bird and wildlife mortalities in company tracking system. Create maps, as needed, for mortality reports
Ensure that all field equipment is accounted for and maintained in good working condition
Communicate with crew Lead regarding field survey status, bird/wildlife mortalities or problems with surveys
This position will require travel to remote locations throughout Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Oregon, California, Montana, and/or Washington
Assist and prepare reports for various work activities for both internal and external parties
Assist in the development of weekly, monthly, and annual reports and summaries
Assist in budget development, forecasting, and adherence
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or higher in Wildlife, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science or related field of study; or the equivalent combination of education and professional experience
Two years professional experience in wildlife, environmental science or related experience
Bird and wildlife identification skills
Ability to travel for extended period and work in remote locations. Travel may be up to 50% in any given year
Knowledge of GIS, GPS, database management, and MS Office suite of software products
Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature
Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information
Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to present alternatives and recommendations
Preferred
Knowledge of renewable energy development/operations and power line configurations and avian protection techniques and products
Benefits
Health care
Retirement
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Paid short-term and long-term disability
Paid bereavement leave
Company
Pacific Power
Pacific Power & Light started from several small electric companies, serving areas of Oregon and Washington.
5001-10000 employees
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