PCMM - Biology Field Technician - Arizona

Overview

The part-time role will commence June 1 2026 and extend through May 2027 or beyond (depending on project). As a Biological Field Technician, you will play a crucial role in implementing a post-construction mortality monitoring program at an operational wind facility. Some of these locations include but are not limited to: Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Texas, Oklahoma, or Wyoming. This position will be for areas near White Hills, Arizona or Las Vegas, Nevada. This position will start early August and run through Winter of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-construction mortality monitoring beneath operating wind turbines.
• Identify bird and bat carcasses discovered on-site.
• Accurately collect data on all bird and bat fatalities.
• Conduct bias trials, including searcher efficiency and carcass persistence trials.
• Work in varied outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and uneven terrain.
• Drive and navigate using a 4WD vehicle in off-road or seasonal road conditions.
• Use a compass, GPS device, range finder, iPad, and digital cameras during fieldwork.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including defensive driving and facility-specific guidelines.
• Follow all Atwell safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Demonstrate good judgment to work safely and efficiently.
• Additional related tasks may be assigned.

Key Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage plus overtime pay.
• Vehicle provided for work-related travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, or equivalent.
• Experience with or interest in bats and/or birds is preferred; enthusiastic workers are encouraged to apply.
• Strong bat and bird identification skills a plus, but not required.
• Use a variety of programs to complete tasks including Microsoft Teams, Survey123, and ESRI Field Maps.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently, follow standardized protocols, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Educate and communicate effectively with supervisors, project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners.
• Must have the ability to walk long distances in variable conditions (e.g., extreme heat/cold, high winds, uneven terrain).
• Must be comfortable with typical hazards of an outdoors environment (e.g., hazardous wildlife, biting insects, sharp vegetation).
• Must hold a current driver’s license in good standing.

Disclaimer

Please note this is a temporary position and does not include benefits. If this position becomes full-time, benefits would then be provided.