Job Description
A Biological Field Technician conducts post-construction wildlife mortality monitoring at wind energy facilities, identifying and collecting data on bird and bat fatalities while working outdoors in challenging conditions. The role involves fieldwork, data collection, safety adherence, and working independently in various terrains.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct post-construction mortality monitoring beneath operating wind turbines
- Identify bird and bat carcasses discovered on-site
- Accurately collect data on bird and bat fatalities
- Execute bias trials, including searcher efficiency and carcass persistence trials
- Work in varied outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and uneven terrain
- Drive and navigate using a 4WD vehicle in off-road or seasonal road conditions
- Use GPS, compass, range finder, iPad, and digital cameras during fieldwork
- Adhere to safety protocols and demonstrate good judgment to work safely and efficiently
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, or equivalent.
- Experience with or interest in bats and or birds is preferred.
- Strong bat and bird identification skills are a plus, but not required.
- Ability to use a variety of programs to complete tasks including Microsoft Teams, Excel, and ESRI Field Maps.
- Adhere to all safety protocols as defined by the client.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently, follow standardized protocols, and maintain a positive attitude.
- Effective and professional communication with supervisors, project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners.
- Must have the ability to walk long distances in variable conditions, e.g., extreme heat, cold, high winds, uneven terrain.
- Must be able to walk up to 12 miles per day over rough terrain.
- Must be comfortable working solo in the field under inclement weather and physically challenging conditions for long days.
- Must be able to work in varied outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and uneven terrain.
- Must hold a current driver’s license in good standing.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive hourly wage plus overtime pay
Vehicle provided for work-related travel
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules (some positions)
Travel Vouchers
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment up to 25K
Paid Licensing Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals up to 5,000
Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to 500
Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.
Dependent Care Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with counseling, legal, financial services
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