Advantage Solutions
Location
Fort Collins, CO | United States
Job description
Environmental Technician - ( 2400009K )
Description
4,500 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international team with local expertise. You could say we know a little something about the environment. Our passion for it drives our work. Grounded by safety, quality, and ethics, we come up with solutions that perfectly fit the site. We know what it takes to balance competing project interests with creativity and efficiency. We know what to look for and we know how to get the job done—the right way. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking one exceptionally talented and enthusiastic individuals with a keen interest in the natural sciences to join our team to work on project sites and live in the vicinity of Sterling (Peetz), CO/ Sidney, NE. This opportunity is ongoing and runs through August 2025. Field work is estimated at 40 hours per week with the possibility for overtime. Applicants will be expected to reside in Sterling, Sidney, or nearby and will be provided a daily meal per diem on field days. Compensation and job perks include:
Meal per diem provided for field days
Vehicle and fuel provided
Personal protective equipment including hard hat, safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, sunscreen and bug spray provided
Onsite training
Team support, positive work environment, and safety culture
Opportunity for career advancement
Your Key Responsibilities
Conduct post-construction mortality surveys for raptors at an operating wind facility.
Perform and document field data collection activities while working independently in the field. Day-to-day work is conducted solo.
Learn and follow standard operating procedures for work assigned, while continuing to develop skills.
Follow strict data collection and reporting protocols.
Using GPS via iPad or iPhone.
Technicians will be required to follow all wind facility-specific and Stantec safety protocols and will be expected to provide their own suitable footwear (6” ankle hiking boots) and weather appropriate field gear. Other job-specific field equipment and protective equipment will be provided, as well as training.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
An interest in ecosystems, natural resource conservation, and the outdoors is essential.
Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day in rough terrain.
Effective communicator and team player.
Organized and capable of following detailed instructions.
Must have the willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work in rural wilderness settings.
Applies logic and technical capabilities to resolve technical issues in an effective manner.
Conscientious, organized, and disciplined.
Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required), and demonstrates use and understanding of these policies and procedures as appropriate to their work.
Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team, Business Center, and region.
The successful candidate will have a diverse skill set in multiple environmental disciplines and a passion for lifelong learning.
Good driving record and valid driver’s license required. Experience driving 4x4 vehicles, or off-road, preferred.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in an environmental discipline preferred, but not required.
Professional and academic background in biology or natural resources preferred, but not required.
Ability to work in dependently.
Previous experience utilizing iPads/iPhones and must be comfortable with computers, tablets, and GPS units.
Ability to identify birds (including raptors) of Colorado is a plus.
Field work will include walking long distances and may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs. is required. The successful candidate will be expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance to Sterling (Peetz), CO/Sidney, NE.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
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The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Colorado-Fort Collins
Other Locations : United States-Wyoming-Cheyenne
Work Locations :
Fort Collins CO
Organization : BC-2037 EnvSvcs-US Mountain
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Jan 23, 2024, 10:25:08 AM
Req ID: 2400009K
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
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