Avian Use Technician

Job Title

Avian Use Technician

Salary

23.00 - 25.00

Job Classification

Hourly

Location

Idaho Falls, ID 83401 US (Primary)

Job Type

Temporary

# of Hires Needed

Job Description

Western Ecosystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic medium size consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a temporary full-time,

Avian Use Technician , in Idaho in Bingham and Bonneville counties .

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 : $23-$25 an hour or based on level of experience
• Housing : Reimbursement of up to $400 / month provided for qualified applicants
• Start date : flexible between November 1-15,

2025

Job Summary : WEST is looking for one candidate to reside in or near Idaho Falls, Idaho. The primary responsibilities for this position are to conduct avian use surveys for eagles, other raptors, and both large and small birds in the region. There is a possibility of helping with other projects in the region including special-status species surveys for this wind project. Successful candidates must be able to work in a rural field setting, work well both independently and with others, handle navigating two track roads with a 4WD truck and heavy snow conditions in the winter with an ATV or UTV with tracks, and follow field and data entry protocols. Previous experience conducting avian surveys is required. Training will be provided. The weekly work schedule is somewhat flexible and will average to about 2.5 to 3 weeks of work per month. However, there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours depending on seasonal objectives and project workloads.

The successful candidate will be :

Responsibilities include :

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

Job Requirements

Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Grade

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Application Deadline

10 / 24 / 2025