What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biological Field Technician position at Western EcoSystems?

Job TitleBiological Field TechnicianSalary$22.00 - $24.00 DOEJob ClassificationHourlyLocationBlythe, CA 92225 US (Primary)

Job TypeTemporary# of Hires Needed1Job Description

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, full-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 :

Compensation : $22-24 / hour, depending on experience
Housing : A generous housing stipend will be provided. Applicant must be willing to live in Blythe or within a 45-minute drive to the facility.
Start Date : February 19th, 2025
End Date : Oct 31st, 2025
Location : Blythe, CA
Additional Details : Preference will be given to candidates with AWD or 4WD personal vehicles. Mileage reimbursement will be provided. GPS unit, compass, camera, and range finder (if necessary) will be provided by WEST; however, technician must be equipped with and provide own, appropriate field clothing, and binoculars.

Job Summary :

The successful candidate for this position will :

Be able to work independently with the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with WEST supervisors and clients.

Have previous experience identifying birds of the southwest desert by sight and sound.

This position requires prior experience with bird-focused biological work and a high level of bird identification skills.

Responsibilities include :

Conducting fatality monitoring for bird fatalities at a large-scale solar facility transmission line

Conducting Carcass Persistence Trials

Preference will be given to Technicians with the ability to identify birds of the Southwestern US

Fieldwork will require long days in high temperatures and variable 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, dust / sand, extreme heat and cold, high winds, snakes, and stinging insects).

Hours worked is between 40 -50 hours per week and may require overtime.

Job duties require the 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 solar energy facilities.

Technicians will be expected to use good judgment to work safely and efficiently.

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

Job Requirements

Requirements :

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred, but job experience may substitute.

Preference for biologist experienced in avian use surveys specifically point-count surveys; candidates with higher-level birding skills will be given preference

Must be proficient in identification of majority Southwestern migrant and resident bird species by sight and sound

Precise and thorough data collection is essential

Must be able to use compass, global positioning system devices, binoculars, range finders, tablets, and digital cameras; as well as maintain equipment

Able to work independently or as part of a team, and interact positively with project manager, field supervisor, landowners, and other technicians

Employee must be able to appear for work on time (surveys often begin as early as sunrise)

Maintain focus for long periods of time

Follow instructions from manager and team leader

Maintain positive attitude and accept guidance and constructive criticism

Follow all WEST safety protocols

Training will be provided for all survey efforts and job-related activities

Physical Requirements :

Applicants must be in good physical shape, as surveys will be conducted in locations where temperatures and conditions can be extreme.

Hike in adverse conditions for long hours

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.

EducationBachelor's DegreeSalary GradeExemption TypeNon-ExemptApplication Deadline2 / 17 / 2025

Salary : $22 - $24

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