NR Technician Senior/Leader KK-49411

Paycom; Inchelium (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Annual leave

Job summary

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation in Inchelium, WA, seeks a Natural Resources Technician Senior / Lead to support aquatic invasive species projects and field studies around the reservation. You will perform electrofishing, gillnetting, and sampling surveys, maintain equipment, and assist with data collection and reporting.

The position is non-exempt, requires a Class A CDL within one year, and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement

Qualifications

• Education and training requirements as listed for Senior and Lead roles including degrees and transcripts.
• Willingness to travel, pass CDL and operate field equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform field studies related to aquatic invasive species removal programs.
• Maintain field equipment including boats, trailers and vehicles.
• Pass and maintain a Class A CDL.
• Work long hours, weekends and may travel.

Skills

Field surveys

Boat operation

Data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife or environmental sciences

Associate's degree in fish, wildlife, or natural resource management

Tools

Class A CDL

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Inchelium - WA, Salary Range: $24.03 - $32.54 Hourly, CLOSING DATE: October 11, 2026

Position

Natural Resources Technician Senior / Lead

Salary

$24.03 - 32.54, per hour

Reports To

NR Principle Biologist

Location

Inchelium, WA

Basic Functions

This is a Non-Exempt position. The incumbent of this position will work under the direction of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CTCR) Resident Fish Division lead biologist for Aquatic Invasive Species Project. The principal duties of this position will include field work studies related to the non-native species removal programs and aquatic invasive species monitoring project in the water bodies in and around the Reservation. Duties will include, but are not limited to, boat and backpack electrofishing surveys, gillnetting surveys, fyke net surveys, weir and screw trap studies, and fish diet studies. The incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance of all field equipment including boats, boat trailers and vehicles. This position will be required to pass and maintain a Class A commercial drivers license. this position requires driving, lifting, pulling, hauling and working in incremental weather. The incumbent must be able to work long hours, weekends, and may be required to travel.

Benefits

We have excellent benefits including full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short-and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees. Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Training:

Natural Resources Technician Senior: Requires a Bachelors Degree form a regionally accredited college or university in wildlife, natural resources science, range or environmental sciences (must provide transcripts for credit) OR Associate's Degree in the fields of fish, wildlife, and/or natural resource management (must submit transcripts for credit) AND 24 months of experience at a Technician II and satisfactory work performance review OR 48 months combined education/experience demonstrating the ability to perform the functions of this position. A two-year technical degree in the field of fish, wildlife and /or natural resources management may substitute for twenty-four months of experience.

Natural Resources Technician Leader: A Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in biology, natural resources, information technology or other applicable field(must submit transcripts for credit) AND 12 months of required experience OR; An AA Degree in the applicable science AND 60 months of required experience(must provide transcripts for credit) OR HS Diploma or GED and 96 months relevant work history.

Requires a valid driver's license and be eligible for the Tribes vehicle insurance.

Requires a class A CDL or obtain a CDL within one year of hire.

Requires a clean driving record that qualifies for U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operators Identification card.

Requires a Washington State boat safety course within 90 days of hire.

Must maintain license and certifications throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Requires knowledge of Lake Roosevelt fish species and ability to correctly identify preferred.

Requires knowledge of standard fishery techniques.

Requires basic knowledge of biological data collection.

Requires basic sampling gear and equipment maintenance and repair.

Requires working knowledge of computers for word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software for data entry and web browser for researching sampling equipment.

Requires the skill of attention to detail.

Requires experience using hand and power tools, and proper care and maintenance of tools.

Requires sufficient knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation to prepare professional correspondence.

Requires sufficient human relations skill to work productively and cooperatively with diverse teams, exercise patience when dealing with internal and external customers, and convey technical concepts.

Requires skill and experience in operating and maintaining boats and other research equipment.

Requires the ability to efficiently fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Requires the ability to enter data into spreadsheets and databases, quality control of finalized data sets.

Requiresthe ability to perform duties in both an office environment and at field sites where work is performed.

Requires the ability to execute duties and responsibilities as assigned in a timely fashion.

Requires excellent attendance.

Requires the ability to apply to accurately identify freshwater fish species of the Columbia River basin.

Requires the ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, crew and the general public.

Requires the ability to organize and prioritize work to achieve results, goals and objectives on time.

Requires the ability to operate equipment, including hand and power tools and sampling gear, safely and effectively.

Requires the ability to maintain equipment.

Requires the ability to effectively troubleshoot problems with equipment.

Requires the ability to understand and follow applicable regulations and standards to maintain a safe work environment.

Requires the ability to remind others of safety practices to minimize the likelihood of accidents.

Requires the ability to effective handle adverse situations, making appropriate decisions, working calmly and accurately.

Requires the ability to use field equipment.

Requires the ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment as a team member in a pleasant and efficient manner.

Requires the ability to work independently and follow instructions out to completion.

Requires experience in Towing and backing a Boat.

Requires the ability to function indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Requires the ability to use near vision to read printed materials.

Requires auditory ability to carry on conversations in person and over the phone.

Requires manual and finger dexterity to write, use a pointing device and keyboard at an acceptable rate that meets department deadlines and accuracy standards, operate microcomputer, and use other standardized office equipment, most constantly requiring repetitive motions.

Requires the ability to sit or stand for considerable periods of time (hours).

Requires excellent physical conditions and will be expected to pull, push, or lift heavy objects performing tasks on variable and slippery terrain in all weather conditions.

Requires the ability to travel distances on rough terrain while packing 50 LBS.

Requires the ability to work a variable schedule, including: evenings, early mornings, holidays and weekends as the work dictates.

Requires overnight travel at times for meetings, training and conferences participations as necessary.

Requires the ability and willingness to accommodate a flexible schedule with changes on short-notice.

Requires travel away from the duty station to conduct field work for periods up to 10 consecutive days at a time.

Requires ability and willingness to work indoors in an office or laboratory setting.

Requires ability to drive, lift, haul, and work in incremental weather.

Requires the ability to work long hours to conduct overnight sampling which may be on weekends and holidays.

Requires the ability to work in inclement weather conditions on a boat at night and during the day.

Requires the ability to swim and work comfortably on boats, docks, and catwalks around swift moving cold water.

Requires the ability to obtain a Class A CDL license at the programs expense and abide by all related driving rules for the CDL.

Requires the ability to perform work indoors where minimal safety considerations exist and outdoors where exposure to water, hazardous elements, animals, snakes, and inclement weather conditions exist.

Note

Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

Search Preferences

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

Eligibility & Background Checks

If required of this position, you must possess and maintain avalid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

Contact

INFORMATION: Krystal Keaton, HR Recruiting Sr., Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, [phone] [e-mail]