Fisheries and Water Quality Technician
Portland General Electric
At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
**This is a temporary position that may last up to 6 months** .
At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
This seasonal role is essential for PGE's commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance. It combines hands-on fieldwork with data management and coordination tasks, making it a diverse and engaging position for someone interested in environmental science and energy sector operations.
Key Responsibilities
Operate juvenile and adult fish passage facilities
Assist with juvenile salmonid PIT tagging
Download and maintain radio-fixed stations
Assist with lamprey trap and haul program
Assist with habitat and spawning surveys
Assist with water quality sampling in the powerhouses and reservoirs
Assist with wildlife surveys and weed treatment of habitat lands
General maintenance of facilities and equipment
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Related college course work preferred in fisheries or aquatic science.
Experience: Typically, two or fewer years, in a related field preferred.
License: Valid driver’s license required.
Physical, Schedule/Attendance and Cognitive Demands
Cognitive Level: Basic: Competencies needed to use common sense to carry out simple or uninvolved instructions and pass initial screening.
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when providing constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers, and others within the organization
Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule/Attendance:
Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time]
Ability to work long hours [typically for exempt positions; if included in nonexempt positions, overtime applies]
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]
Ability to work shift schedule
Ability to work on-call schedule
Physical Capabilities:
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lb.
Carrying up to 50 lb.
Walking long distances and surfaces over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces
Stairs that are over 10 steps
Indoor/outdoor work environment at the plant, office or in the field.
Compensation Range:
$21.85 - $32.77
Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience, skills, and education
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs6011) .
**Join us today and power your potential!**
Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.
PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting talentacquisition@pgn.com or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at dei@pgn.com .
To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.
February 20, 2025
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