TEMPORARY Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) / Technician – Colorado Springs Office.
About the role
The position involves accepting hunter-harvested deer and elk heads, collecting data, payment and samples for chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing, driving relay routes, removing tissue samples, performing inspections, and maintaining equipment.
Responsibilities
- Accepting and processing hunter-harvested deer and elk heads
- Collecting data and samples for CWD testing
- Driving relay routes to transport deer and elk to research sites
- Removing tissue samples from deer and elk for CWD testing
- Performing mandatory inspections of hunter-harvested animals
- Maintaining, sanitizing, and handling equipment safely
- Cleaning coolers and work stations
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- Able to work outside in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs
- Positive interaction with the public
- Weekend and evening work may be required
- Hunting and fishing experience helpful
Qualifications
Basic qualifications include a valid driver’s license and ability to work in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs. Applicants must be able to interact positively with the public and be willing and able to work 40 hours per week.
Skills
Skills required include the ability to collect and process samples for CWD testing, perform inspections, and maintain equipment safely. Experience with chronic wasting disease testing and animal handling is preferred.
Benefits
No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.
Pay
The pay rate is $19.30 per hour.
Schedule
The employment starts on September 1, 2026, and ends on December 24, 2026.