Communication Skills, Documentation Plan, Driver's License, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Work, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Gardening, Google Earth, Government, Groundwater Sampling, Laboratory Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Programming, Natural Resources, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Project Planning, Team Player, User Documentation, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection, Water Quality Testing, Writing Skills
- Conducts physical field work executing multiple grant work plans in the protection of tribal lands and natural resources.
- Take surface and groundwater samples and send them to the laboratory for analysis.
- Reviews water quality data and uploads data to the EPA database.
- Conducts site monitoring and maintenance, including tree trimming, invasive weed clearing, native tree planting, and repair of irrigation systems.
- Collects native seeds and propagates native plants at the tribal native plant nursery.
- Participates in community cleanups and maintains solid waste collection areas.
- Document work plan progress with photos and written narratives in support of grant reporting.
- Develop procedures for invasive weed clearing, irrigation maintenance, and native plant propagation.
- Supervise inmate work crew.
- Submits monthly report to EPO Director.
- Maintains HAZWOPER certification.
- Attends in-person and virtual training for skill development.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Working knowledge of computers and programs (Windows, Microsoft Office programs, Google Earth)
- Desire to understand the Cocopah environment (plants, animals, water, land, air)
- Willing to work both in the office and in the field under all weather conditions.
- Understanding of invasive plant species, tree trimming, pruning, and planting.
- Ability to help develop working manuals and documents.
- Travel and training attendance may be required.
- Works well with others and can supervise a work crew.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of Tribal government functions.
- Ability to read and interpret maps.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must be able to undergo and pass a DPS/FBI fingerprint background investigation, and cannot have two (2) or more misdemeanors or any felony convictions
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Associate degree in a related field or trade school, professional or technical certification, specialized training. Testing may be required.
- 2 years of work experience in a related field
- 2 years of supervisory work experience is preferred
Under the direct supervision of the EPO Director, the Technician carries out the work plan tasks of the Cocopah Indian Tribe's environmental programs.