Description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for immediate temporary, full time, Raptor 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: $21-26 per hour, DOE with potential for overtime
Housing: Housing such as hotels or Airbnb will be provided. A vehicle will be provided or mileage reimbursed.
Start Date: immediately/as soon as possible
End Date: TBD, but likely late summer. Possibility of extension for the right candidates.
Location: near Pueblo, Colorado
 

Job Summary:

Primary duties involve:

Conduct daily nest monitoring of active raptor nests during construction.
Recording accurate behavior and flight path data.
Fieldwork will require long days in high temperatures and variable wind speeds.
Job duties require 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 expected to use good judgment to work safely and efficiently.
Training will be provided for all survey efforts and job-related activities
Technicians must be equipped with and provide own suitable safety toed footwear, clothing suitable for outdoor work in all elements, and ideally be able to provide their own binoculars (at least 8x42).
 

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.

Requirements

Requirements:

Experience with raptor nest monitoring, common nesting behaviors, and conducting burrowing owl surveys preferred
Ideally have previous experience with raptor observation and be able to identify raptor species in Colorado by sight
Nest searching experience preferred but not required
Must be able to work independently and interact professionally and respectfully with projectmanagers, biologists, technicians, clients, and construction contractors.
An average workweek will include approximately 40-60 hours, though may require shorter or longer hours some weeks, depending on the weather, project, and construction schedule. Travel to multiple sites will be required, as well as weekend work. This is often not a Mon-Fri position.
Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred; students working towards degree may apply
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
Employee must be able to appear for work on time (surveys often begin as early as sunrise and can last all day)
Maintain focus for long periods of time is essential
Follow all WEST safety protocols
 

Physical Requirements:

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

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.