Benefit Summary:

Full-Time employees within Eocene are eligible for:

Medical, Dental, and Vision 

401k and 401k match opportunities 

ESOP (so long as you meet eligibility requirements)

Paid Time Off 

Volunteer Time 

Bereavement Time

**This position is for a project that is anticipated to begin in early Spring 2025**

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Regional Supervisor

Job Type: On-Call, Variable-Time

Compensation: $25 - $32 per hour, based on relevant experience

This position is primarily a field-based position with minimal office time anticipated. Candidates applying for this position will be required to work in Eastern Oregon and Idaho.

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 Monitor is responsible for conducting paleontological resource monitoring for large-scale utility line construction activities in Oregon, and Idaho.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

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

OTHER DUTIES:  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position may require some outside travel

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in paleontology or geology or demonstrated equivalent experience is required

Minimum of 1 year of 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

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

Capable of walking/hiking long distances

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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 and Idaho

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