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Biological Field Technician - (1799)

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Job Title

Biological Field Technician

Salary

17.00 - 20.00

Job Classification

Hourly

Location

Laramie, WY 82051 US (Primary)

Job Type

Temporary

# of Hires Needed

Job Description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a temporary, full-to parttime, Biological Field Technician.

WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data. Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals.

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Key Details:

Compensation: $17-$20/hour, DOE
Housing: Not provided
Start Date: April 15, 2025
End Date: July 31 with potential for extension
Location: Laramie, WY (Primary) with some travel anticipated
Additional Details:

Training will be provided for all survey efforts and job-related activities
Candidates must provide their own suitable safety-toed footwear (steel or composite-toe), quality binoculars, appropriate field clothing and gear.
Other required PPE will be provided
A work vehicle or mileage reimbursement will be provided

Job Summary:

This position entails conducting post construction surveys at operational windfarms for bird and bat fatalities, along with the opportunity to conduct and/or assist with other wildlife studies including avian use (if qualified) nest monitoring and sensitive species surveys.

Successful candidates will be able to:

Work comfortably in a remote field setting under varying weather conditions
Interact professionally and respectfully with project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners
Work well both independently and with others
Follow field and data collection protocols precisely
Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive data
Walk or ride an ATV for long hours in locations where temperatures and conditions can be extreme
Work an average of 35 hours/week, though there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours, depending on the project and seasonal workloads. Weekend and holiday shifts are likely
Travel an hour or more to and from work sites and between survey locations safely
Be punctual and reliable, while keeping flexible work hours
Follow all WEST safety protocols
Keep meticulous records of data collected

Maintain positive attitude and accept guidance and constructive criticism

Responsibilities include:

Standardized fatality searches
Standardized trials to measure sources of bias in fatality surveys
Data management
Potential opportunities to conduct additional biological surveys

This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of all the duties which may be associated with this position.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred, but job experience may substitute.
Candidates with field experience in similar conditions and/or at wind projects will be given preference.
Bird identification skills for species in the region, ability to identify bats in the region, and use of guides and keys for identification are preferred.
Use of computers, tablets, GPS units, topographic maps, compass, and other field equipment is expected.
Experience with electronic data collection is preferred, but not required.
Candidates must be organized, and able to collect and manage data, including implementing quality control measures.

Physical Requirements:

Applicants must be in good physical condition, as surveys will require walking for long periods in locations where temperatures and conditions can be extreme.
Ability to walk long distances (10+ miles) in variable conditions and terrain
Ability to comfortably lift 25+ lbs

After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST’s minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver’s license will be required. Candidates must adhere to all health and safety requirements.

WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Grade

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Application Deadline

Job Details

Biological Field Technician - (1799)