Water Resources Technician

Bolton & Menk is seeking a Water Resources Technician in Plymouth, MN, to support project managers in water and natural resource activities. Responsibilities include fieldwork, research, and creating educational materials focused on sustainability. The role requires an associate's degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of watershed management, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities.
About the position

The Water Resources Technician at Bolton & Menk will support project managers in various water and natural resource activities, contributing to community infrastructure solutions. This role involves fieldwork, research, and the development of educational materials, with a focus on sustainability and climate change initiatives. The technician will play a key role in ensuring safe and sustainable community environments through technical planning and engineering services.

Responsibilities
• Coordinates training and acts as technical host for online presentations
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• Contributes to the creation of technical reports, manuals, and presentations
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• Assists in research and collaborates with the Low Salt Team to develop and implement chloride reduction solutions
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• Conducts fieldwork for water monitoring programs and aquatic invasive species studies
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• May assist with new initiatives related to climate change, resiliency, and sustainability
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• Conducts SWPPP inspections
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• Prepares newsletter articles and documents for client MS4 permit compliance
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• Assists the Natural Resources group with EAWs and other investigations
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• Maintains confidentiality of company and client-related information
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• Travels to facilities and other project-related locations as necessary

Requirements
• Associate's degree in biology, chemistry, geology, environmental science, or a closely related field, or high school diploma plus 2 years of water resources related experience
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• Preferred experience in watershed or natural resources management, stormwater programs, and policies
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• Preferred experience and/or knowledge of chlorides and chloride reduction strategies
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• Ability to work well as a team member and independently
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• Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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• Possesses a valid driver's license

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Competitive compensation plan
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• Flexible schedules
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• Career development opportunities