• Lead ODFW's coordination and review of terrestrial energy facility siting applications, including wind, solar, transmission lines, and other energy infrastructure. • Serve as the statewide coordinator for energy-related permitting and planning processes, providing technical support and training to ODFW staff on energy project review and mitigation. • Evaluate and recommend mitigation strategies for impacts to fish, wildlife, and habitat resources, ensuring consistency with the ODFW Fish and Wildlife Habitat Mitigation Policy. • Represent ODFW in negotiations and policy discussions regarding renewable energy development with applicants, consultants, local governments, and regulatory agencies. This position requires skill in building and maintaining productive partnerships with stakeholders, experience with terrestrial energy facility siting and permitting, and demonstrated ability to analyze statutes, administrative rules, and policies.
See More Details >>Entering the solar trade in Pendleton, OR, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. Pendleton, OR, has a growing solar industry with an average wage of $850 per week for solar professionals, and the U.S. solar industry employed 279,447 workers in 2023, with projections of a 6% growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, industry associations, and platforms like NABCEP help aspiring solar professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
