Biological Field Technician

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, part time 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:

• Start Date: 4/14/2025
• End Date: Approximately September, 2026, with great potential to extend based on available work and interest of the applicant.
• Location: Yerington, NV
• Pay: $29-$30
• Additional Details: Technician must be equipped with and provide their own suitable footwear (rugged hiking boots, etc.), field clothing, and binoculars

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be:

• An independent self-motivated individual who is skilled in bird identification and native plant species in the Mojave desert and Great basin, and has previous experience conducting avian use surveys at pre & post-construction sites.
• Able to identify pollinator sites and monarch butterfly habitat
• Experience in trapping and releasing of small mammals
• The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in various (extreme) weather conditions and terrains and have a passion for the outdoors.
• Able to work both independently and as a part of a team
• Comfortable with navigating in remote areas

Responsibilities include :

• Conduct avian use surveys and other seasonal wildlife surveys at pre-construction and post construction projects
• Conduct standardized avian-use surveys; data collection will include use of detailed paper datasheets
• Conduct surveys for special-status plant species and cacti
• Conduct surveys for pollinator sites and monarch butterflies
• Assisting with seed collection for special-status plant species
• Conduct surveys for invasive and noxious weeds
• Conduct surveys for small mammals, may require trapping and releasing

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

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred
• Must be able to identify plants and birds by sight and sound for species in Great Basin and Mojave desert region; candidates experienced in bird identification will be given preference
• Previous experience on biological field studies and/or prior field experience preferred
• Skilled use of topographic maps, compass, GPS units, and other field equipment is required
• Must be able to maintain equipment
• must be able to work independently and interact professionally and respectfully with project managers, clients, landowners, and other technicians
• Follow all WEST safety protocols

Physical Requirements:

• Applicants must be in good physical shape, as surveys will be conducted in locations where temperatures and conditions can be extreme
• Field work will entail long hours of standing and observing, sometimes in inclement conditions and walking in varying terrain

After an offer of employment is made, thecandidatemust successfully pass a pre-employmentbackground 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.