Field Research Technician

About the role

The Conrad Blucher Institute for Surveying and Science at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is seeking a Field Research Technician. This position will work as part of an integrated research operations team.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates university vehicles/vessels/machinery or rental vehicles/vessels/machinery in support of field operations.
• Performs tasks related to mobilization and demobilization in accordance with established laboratory and operational procedures.
• Affords assistance with the installation, maintenance, and operation of environmental data collection stations along the Gulf Coast.
• Utilizes a variety of hand and power tools to perform necessary work.
• Affords assistance with the deployment of various types of data collection systems, sensors, and components.
• Participates in field activities in extreme weather conditions (hot or cold) and may require duties to be performed from a vessel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of related experience
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver's license
• Boating experience and willingness to obtain necessary training/certifications
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including extended overnight travel and work outside of normal business hours
• Skilled in using hand and power tools including measuring, cutting, and basic assembly tasks
• Proven ability to follow spoken or written instructions
• Experience working outdoors in a variety of environments and weather conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, cold, sun, wind, and rough terrain
• Physical ability to: Walk up to 3 miles while carrying up to 20 pounds, Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, Sit, stand, bend, twist, and maneuver in small spaces, on vessels, and on offshore buoys
• Excellent task management and organization skills
• Strong written and verbal communication/interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Critical thinking and proactive problem solving
• Ability to take initiative and identify opportunities for improvement
• Ability to either work in a team environment or independently with minimal guidance
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, resources, and time effectively
• Ability to present information clearly and concisely
• Ability to perform effectively under conditions of fluctuating workload and competing deadlines
• Genuine care for workplace wellbeing including what is physical and tangible and those unseen contributions that facilitate an efficient and effective work environment
• Ability to participate in extensive travel, to off-site locations, for the performance of job duties, which may include work outside of normal business hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Experience working in a marine environment
• Experience working with electronic sensors, data collection systems, or field instrumentation
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring technologies or data loggers
• Basic knowledge of software tools for configuring or testing instrumentation (e.g., Campbell Scientific, Vaisala, or similar)
• Understanding data quality control and basic troubleshooting procedures
• Open water dive certified