Avian Field Technician
Company: Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST)
Location: Billings
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Title
Avian Field Technician
Location
MT US
ND US
Williams County, ND US (Primary)
Job Type
Temporary Part-Time
# of Hires Needed
1
Job Description
Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic medium-size
consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada,
is looking for a temporary, part-time, Avian Field Technician, to
support Projects in North Dakota and potentially western
Montana.
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.
Please click here to see what benefits WEST offers!
Key Details:
Job Description:
WEST is looking for an Avian Field Technician to conduct
ground-based prairie grouse lek surveys and monthly avian use
surveys in Western North Dakota. Roads on the study site are
unimproved and require advanced field navigation and use of
four-wheel drive vehicles. Candidates may be required to use
traction devices in snow/mud (e.g., chains, traction boards).
Successful candidates must be able to work in rural field settings,
work well both independently and with others, and follow field and
data entry protocols. Previous experience and/or knowledge of
upland game birds and other avian species is preferred, but
training will be provided. Prairie Grouse Lek surveys begin late
March 2023 and conclude mid May 2023, at the latest, whereas avian
use surveys are monthly and ongoing until January 2024, with the
possibility of extension. An average workweek will be approximately
30-40 hours, though there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer
hours depending on seasonal objectives.
Primary duties involve:
Conducting prairie grouse lek surveys (audio and visual) during
early morning hours.
Collection of quality data on paper datasheets and prompt delivery
of complete and reviewed datasheets to field coordinator or project
manager, as applicable.
Grouse identification and use of a compass, GPS, paper datasheets,
tablets and other electronic devices for navigation and data
collection.
This is a general description of the functions for this position
and is not inclusive of the duties that may be associated with this
position.
Job Requirements
Job Requirements:
We expect applicants to emphasize Health & Safety and have basic
field skills including but not limited to:
Applicants must be in good physical condition, as fieldwork will be
conducted under potentially extreme environmental conditions.
Previous experience conducting biological field studies.
Ability to follow protocol is essential.
Precise and thorough data collection and data quality control
skills are essential.
Candidates should have, at minimum, a familiarity with upper Great
Plains bird species and ability to use guides and keys for
identification.
Skilled use of GPS units, topographic maps, compass, and other
field equipment.
Job requires the person filling this position to work independently
and reliably.
The selected applicant should be able to appear for work on time;
follow instructions from project managers and field
supervisors.
Experience with 4wd vehicles.
Strong communication skills to interact effectively with coworkers
and clients; to maintain a positive attitude; and to accept
guidance and constructive criticism.
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.
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
Exemption Type
Non-Exempt
Application Deadline
Keywords: Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), Billings , Avian Field Technician, Engineering , Billings, Montana
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