Biological Field Technician – (1849)

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for temporary full-time, Biological Field Technicians. 

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: $20-22/hour
• Housing: Housing will be provided for candidates who are not local
• Start Date: October 19, 2025
• End Date: April 20, 2026
• Location: Wharton County, TX
• Additional Details: Vehicle will be provided or mileage reimbursed. GPS units and other field equipment will be provided by WEST; however, field technicians must be equipped with suitable footwear (rugged hiking boots) and binoculars.

Job Description:
Primary duties involved:

• Conducting Whooping Crane surveys and monitoring at a working wind energy facility
• Post-construction monitoring for bird and bat fatalities
• Fieldwork will require long days in a range of temperatures and wind speeds
• Job duties require use of compass and Global Positioning System devices
• Training will be provided
• The average work week will be 40-45 hours

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

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology or equivalent degree preferred.
• Must be proficient in identification of Texas bird species by sight, with an emphasis on Whooping Cranes, Sandhill Cranes, and Bald Eagles, and able to work independently and interact positively with project manager, field supervisor, landowners, and other technicians.
• Candidates experienced in field bird identification will be given preference.
• Employee must be able to appear for work on time (surveys will begin at sunrise), maintain focus for long periods of time, follow instructions from manager and team leader, maintain positive attitude, and accept guidance and constructive criticism. Precise and thorough data collection is essential.

Physical Requirements:

• Applicants must be in good physical condition.

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. 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.