Casper, WY

Position Title: Biological Field Technician

Organization: Western EcoSystems Technology inc. 

Location: Casper, WY

Position Overview:WEST are looking for multiple biologists to support field surveys throughout the 2024 field season. Whether you are a recent graduate, working toward a degree, need a change of pace, or a late career biologist looking to get back to your field roots, this is a great opportunity.

Duties:

• Conducting fatality monitoring for bird and bat fatalities beneath operating wind turbines
• Fieldwork will require long days in a range of temperatures and wind speeds.
• Fatality monitoring will entail long hours of walking, sometimes in inclement conditions.
• Candidate must be comfortable with hazards typical of the environment (sharp vegetation, driving a four-wheel drive vehicle, dust, extreme heat and cold).
• Hours worked is between 20-40 hours per week, dependent on weather conditions.
• There is potential to cross train on other projects.
• Job duties require use of compass, global positioning system devices, binoculars, range finders, and digital cameras as well as the ability to maintain equipment.
• Training will be provided for all survey efforts and job-related activities.
• Technicians will be required to follow all safety protocols for WEST and the wind energy facilities.
• Technicians will be expected to use good judgment to stay safe and work efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred; Undergraduates or other enthusiastic workers are still encouraged to apply
• Must be able to work independently and interact professionally and respectfully with project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners.
• Must be able to maintain equipment. The ability to follow protocol is essential.
• Good 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.
• Skilled use of GPS units, topographic maps, compass, and other field equipment is required.
• Job requires the person filling this position to be able to appear for work on time; follow instructions from project managers and field supervisors; interact effectively with coworkers and clients; maintain a positive attitude; and accept guidance and constructive criticism.
• Precise and thorough data collection is essential.

Start/End Dates: 3/25/2024-07/31/2024

Salary/Pay: $17.75-$19.00/hour DOE

Application Deadline: Rolling Deadline

How to Apply:Please use the online application to view the full job description as well as how to apply.