Seasonal Wildlife Technician

Job Title: Wildlife Monitoring Technician - This position requires an individual who enjoys working in the outdoors, is self-sufficient in remote, often inclement conditions, can work cooperatively with a variety of personalities, and is able to communicate effectively.

Summary: Primary responsibility will be to perform wildlife mortality monitoring surveys on an established wind farm site in central Illinois. Compensation starts at $20.00/hr

Responsibilities:

· Walk approximately 3-5 miles of open ground within approximately 6-8 hours

· Must be able to begin work on site near sunrise (predetermined daily meeting time). There will be a few delays before or during the season due to weather.

· Daily completion of datasheets (complete, neat, and submitted daily)

· Use of digital data collection to document field conditions and collect data

· Collection of bird and bat carcasses

· Use of equipment such as a compass, laser rangefinder & GPS

· Will work in pairs with limited direct supervision

· Frequent bending and kneeling when collecting carcasses

· Some manual labor, including preparation, construction and maintenance of study plots

· Daily interaction with wind farm personnel, and landowners

· Frequent communication via phone and email

· Frequent communication with supervisor is required

The Job:

· Field location is near Bloomington, IL

· Positions are temporary and part time

· 2 days per week, 6 to 8 hours a day

§ Extends from March 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025, with an expected extension until May 30, 2026

§ Training beginning the week of February 24th 2025

§ Daily start may vary due to weather or site conditions

§ Individual days of work on a given week can vary

§ We work outdoors in all weather conditions (except per site safety requirements)

· Housing and travel cost is not provided

· Appropriate dress is required. Boots and long pants are mandatory (no sleeveless shirts)

· Company provides all required safety gear (safety gear must be worn at all times on the site)

· Must have a working cell phone. Cell phones are used for required daily communication

· Weapons are NOT permitted on the work site

Minimum Qualifications:

· Must have dependable transportation to and from work site

· Must be personable, punctual, and flexible

· Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a cell phone with texting capabilities

· Must have regular access to internet for email

· Must be able follow directions even if they seem to be inefficient- following procedures is a critical part of this position

· Must be detail oriented; proper data collection is crucial

· Willing to learn new skills

· Strong work ethic is important

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Working knowledge of navigating with a compass is a plus

· Able to work alone while maintaining focus in an outdoor work environment

· Needs to be able to maintain a good attitude/focus while working in bad weather under difficult conditions

· Will do work that requires a committed effort and high level of motivation and focus

· Able to tolerate working in inclement weather conditions such as heavy precipitation, high winds, prolonged exposure to intense sunlight, and hot, cold, and high humidity is common

· A college degree in biology, wildlife, natural resources or similar field would be beneficial

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Bloomington, IL 61705 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bloomington, IL 61705: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22