Wildlife Tech Intern

SUMMARY

This position reports to the Wildlife Biologist Planner in the Solid Waste Division. This position is responsible for all activities related to bird control activity at the ACUA landfill.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Written data collection using good penmanship skills. Must be neat and accurate.

Inspections of the Environmental Park and surrounding areas.

Deter bird activity at the landfill for the prevention of local airborne collision with operating aircraft.

Record all deterrent activity in the Bird Control Events Log to include detailed observations of species identification,

exact quantities of specific species, location of activity, and type of activity.

Detect, record and report landfill and compost site odor issues using Authority metrics and forms.

Conduct the Biologist Survey which are point samples taken at 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and

4:00 p.m., recording the number and species of the birds at the seven identified locations around the facility that attract

birds.

Assist with annual maintenance and monitor the ACUA Bluebird Trail along with all other nest boxes on site.

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, etc.

Safe vehicle operation and pyrotechnic usage at all times.

Work in a safe manner and report unsafe activities and conditions. Follow the Authority safety policy and practices and

make these a critical part of day to day operations.

Perform other duties as directed by Supervisor.

This is a safety sensitive position. A safety sensitive position is a job which includes work duties in which an employee’s

performance of the job impacts the safety of themselves or others. The term includes jobs where performing a task

poorly or failure to perform it all could result in a safety incident. A person in a safety sensitive position must have the

ability to perform a given set of tasks effectively without exception, on an ongoing basis.

As needed and/or directed, assist the ACUA with its environmental mission and commitment to excellent customer

service, to include but not limited to: serve in an advocacy role, help with site tours, attend events and activities that the

Authority participates in or sponsors.

Remain compliant with all training requirements for this position. The training requirements for this position are

located on InsideACUA in the Employee Resources section (Blue Box) under Training Resources.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Valid driver’s license in good standing

Knowledge of bird species, their behavior and habitats

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent observation and note-taking skills

Must be able to work in all outdoor weather conditions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None