Overview
Biological Field Technician Jobs in Lafayette, Louisiana, USA at Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.
Job Title
Biological Field Technician
Compensation:$19.00 – $21.00/hour, DOE; eligible for overtime pay.
Job Classification:Hourly
Location:Lafayette, IN 47901 US (Primary)
Job Type:Temporary
# of Hires Needed:2
Job Description:
Western Eco Systems Technology, Inc. (WEST) is looking for 2 temporary, part-timeBiological Field Techniciansto assist with a variety of wildlife survey work in Indiana (and potentially in neighboring states).
Successful candidates must be able to work in a rural field setting, work well both independently and with others, and follow field and data collection protocols. Training will be provided for all survey types. An average workweek will be approximately20-30hours, though there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions.
Responsibilities include:
Conducting fieldwork independently in remote locations.
Field navigation and travel on rural roads to record data.
Working outdoors in a range of weather conditions.
Post-construction monitoring responsibilities include:
Surveys looking for bird and bat carcasses beneath active wind turbines.
Participation in carcass persistence and searcher efficiency trials.
Field and in-hand bird and bat species identification (training provided).
Data management.
Requirements:
Candidates must be capable of recording data accurately, following study andsafety protocols, following a schedule, and troubleshooting problems in the field.
Candidates should be able to interact positively and professionally with coworkers and landowners.
Candidates must be able to appear for work on time, maintain focus for long periods of time, follow instructions, and accept guidance and constructive criticism.
Consistentcommunicationwith the team and apositive attitudeis imperative.
Candidates must use/wear all required personal protective equipment, such as safety vests, hard hats, and gloves as required.
Proficient use of compass, GPS units, tablet and other field equipment is preferable.
Physical Requirements:
Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to carry at least 25 lbs. and be capable of walking over uneven terrain in the field.
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.
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Title: Biological Field Technician
Company: Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.
Location: Lafayette, Louisiana, USA
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
