Bird Survey Field Technician - Remote Wind Facility

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 64,472,000; Part time

Job summary

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST) seeks a temporary Biological Field Technician to perform bird-use surveys and support bat detector deployments at a wind-energy facility near Haskell, TX.

The role involves data collection, safety-first fieldwork, and coordination with WEST supervisors. Ideal candidates are experienced birders with Texas species knowledge, able to work independently, with strong written and verbal communication, and available for 3–4 field days per month.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or equivalent preferred; undergraduates encouraged to apply
• Must follow WEST safety protocols and conduct field work with safety as top priority
• Experience conducting avian use point count surveys preferred
• Proficient in identification by sight and sound of eagles (all species/ages) and diurnal raptors
• Excellent data collection and ability to complete datasheets accurately

Responsibilities

• Conduct fixed-point bird use surveys at a proposed wind energy facility
• Deploy and maintain ultrasonic bat detectors and organize/transfer data
• Coordinate with WEST supervisors and work independently
• Use field equipment such as GPS, compass, and binoculars; maintain records accurately
• Work 3–4 days per month under varying field conditions

Skills

Bird identification

Field surveys

Data collection

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resources

Job description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST) seeks a temporary Biological Field Technician to perform bird-use surveys and support bat detector deployments at a wind-energy facility near Haskell, TX.

The role involves data collection, safety-first fieldwork, and coordination with WEST supervisors. Ideal candidates are experienced birders with Texas species knowledge, able to work independently, with strong written and verbal communication, and available for 3–4 field days per month.