Fish and Wildlife Specialist - Seasonal

Close Date:
January 5th, 2025

Wage Rate: $32.53–$38.64 hourly

Number of Positions: 2

Benefits:
Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Grant County PUD is a drug free workplace. A pre‑employment drug screen and background check will be administered as part of the hiring process.

General:
The Fish and Wildlife Specialist is an entry‑level position that was developed and may be changed through Labor and Management. Progression through Steps 1‑3 of the Fish and Wildlife Specialist career ladder is required. Based on specific knowledge, skills, abilities and experience an individual may be placed at a specific step (1‑3). The Fish and Wildlife Specialist Step 4 shall be a bid position, based on the needs of the District.

Basic Function:
The Fish and Wildlife Specialist works under the direction of the Fish and Wildlife Specialist – Foreman (FWWQ Foreman), Fisheries Program Supervisor, FWWQ Manager, or other designated Management employee in the performance of duties related to the assembly, installation, removal, operation and maintenance of fish, wildlife, and water quality research equipment and facilities to carry out biological and habitat restoration tasks at the power plants, within the Priest Rapids Project Area and/or remote locations.

• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
• May be asked to perform scheduled overtime or call‑out overtime in emergent situations.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
• Following all safety policies and procedures.
• Alerting Manager and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
• Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your manager.
• Accepting feedback from Manager and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
• Must be able to work independently, be self‑motivated, and exercise sound judgment while accomplishing tasks related to the assembly, installation, removal, operation and maintenance of fish, wildlife, and water quality research equipment.
• Perform activities in a workman‑like and professional manner and ensure all work is done in accordance with District standard procedures and policies; that the safety regulations of the District and the State of Washington are observed; and that tools and equipment assigned to them and used under their direction are properly cared for and kept in a safe and usable condition.
• Properly install, maintain, repair and test research equipment necessary for the implementation of fish, wildlife and water quality evaluations related to the Priest Rapids Salmon and Steelhead Settlement Agreement, Hanford Reach Fall Chinook Protection Plan Agreement, Biological Opinions (NOAA Fisheries and USFWS), 401 Certification, and FERC License Order.
• May direct temporary and/or seasonal hydro maintenance employees.
• Actively promote adherence to and enforces District policies and procedures including safety rules and ensures that staff working under their direction is aware of expectations and are provided with appropriate training and equipment.
• Required to assist the District's Biological staff in performing studies, keeping records and writing reports on biological studies performed by the District.
• Demonstrate basic ability to operate and perform daily maintenance on fish, wildlife and water quality equipment (i.e., vehicles, small telescopic boom cranes (fixed cab) up to 18 tons, boats, fish transport vehicles, trailers, pumps, nets, seines, power tools and equipment, irrigation systems, etc.). This excludes welding or electrical repairs on fish and wildlife equipment.
• Requires a minimum of 12 working months and up to a maximum of 18 working months experience at a Step 1, before progression to Step 2.

• Must be certified per District's Policy to operate the boom trucks and boats.
• Provide general labor with aptitude and ability to operate and perform…