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: $17.00-$21.00/hour, DOE
• Housing: $800 housing stipend
• Start Date: April 1, 2024
• End Date: November 15, 2024
• Location: Oakland, Maryland
• Additional Details: A rental vehicle can be provided. If a personal vehicle is used, mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate. GPS unit, compass, camera, tablet and range finder will be provided by WEST. However, technician must be equipped with and provide own suitable safety toed boots (rugged hiking boots, etc.), and appropriate clothing.

 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, clients, and landowners.
• Experienced in identifying birds and bats of the eastern United States or have experience using guides and keys to identify bird and bat species.
• Experienced with the use of GPS units, topographic maps, compasses, and other field equipment.
• Abel to accurately record and review collected data.
• Comfortable with hazards typical of field work (e.g., mud, dust, driving on gravel roads, extreme heat and cold, biting insects).
• Able to follow WEST and wind facility safety protocols.
• Able to work 30-40 hours per week, with variable hours worked per day and occasional weekend and holiday work.

 Responsibilities include: 

• Post-construction monitoring surveys for birds and bats.
• Participation in Carcass persistence and Searcher Efficiency Trials
• Field and in-hand (via specimen) identification, aging, and sexing of bird and bat species.
• Monitoring bat acoustic equipment and compiling and shipping bat acoustic data collected at wind turbines.

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.