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WEST Inc —Edinburg, TX
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
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Biological Field Technician

WEST Inc -
Edinburg, TX

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Job Details

Temporary | Part-time
$18 - $20 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

Company vehicle operation
Driver's License
GPS surveying
Orienteering
Safety standard operating procedures
Field data collection
GPS receivers

Full Job Description

Job Title

Biological Field Technician

Salary

18.00 - 20.00

Job Classification

Hourly

Location

Edinburg, TX 78539 US (Primary)

Job Type

Temporary

# of Hires Needed

Application Deadline

Job Description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a temporary, part-time, Biological Field Technician.

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.

Key Details:

Compensation: $18-20/hour
Start Date: September 1, 2026
End Date: April 30, 2027
Location: Edinburg, Texas
Additional Details: GPS units and other field equipment will be provided by WEST. Field technicians must be equipped with professional-grade binoculars, suitable footwear (rugged hiking boots), and appropriate clothing.

Job Description:

The primary duty involves conducting:

Avian surveys for eastern and western songbirds, hawks, eagles
Bat acoustic surveys
This job includes conducting field work in a remote location.
Fieldwork may include travel on field roads into project area, field navigation, and observing and recording for avian activity (previous experience preferred).
The job will consist of up to 8-10 hour days, approximately 3-4 days per month.
Field conditions will include a range of extremely high and low temperatures and varying high wind speeds.
Candidate must be comfortable with hazards typical of the environment (sharp vegetation, driving a four-wheel drive vehicle, dust, extreme heat and cold). Job duties require bird identification and the use of a compass, GPS, paper and electronic map devices.

This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of the duties which may be associated with this position.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred; undergraduates or other enthusiastic workers are encouraged to apply
Candidates must be capable of identifying eastern and western birds by sight and sound, recording data correctly, following study and safety protocols, keeping on schedule, and trouble-shooting problems in the field.
Previous experience conducting avian surveys is preferred.
Candidates should be able to interact positively and professionally with project manager, field lead, landowners, and other technicians.
Employee must be able to appear for work on time (surveys often begin as early as sunrise), maintain focus for long periods of time, follow instructions from the team leader, maintain positive attitude, and accept guidance and constructive criticism.
Consistent communication with the team is imperative.
Environmental conditions include working in rain, wind, mud, and very cold or hot temperatures.
Candidates may encounter snakes, insects, and other wildlife.
Proficient use of topographic maps, compass, GPS units, and other field equipment required.

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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Grade

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

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