Eagle Field Technician

Davita Inc.; Grinnell (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading firm seeks an Eagle Field Technician to conduct avian surveys in various counties of Iowa. The role combines independent fieldwork with teamwork, requiring identification skills and data management abilities. If you’re passionate about wildlife and meet the qualifications, apply to join their mission.

Benefits

Shared housing or rent reimbursement

Completion bonus up to $500

Potential for additional biological surveys

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, job experience may substitute.
• Previous experience conducting avian surveys is required.
• Skilled use of computers and data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct avian use surveys for eagles.
• Record data using standardized protocols.
• Identify bird species by sight and sound.

Skills

Bird identification

Data management

Communication

Organizational skills

Field equipment usage

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources or Wildlife Management

Tools

GPS units

Compass

Tablets

Job description

Job Title

Eagle Field Technician

Salary

20.00 - 23.00

Job Classification

Hourly

Location

O'Brien County, IA US (Primary)
Pocahontas County, IA US
Poweshiek County, IA US
Sac County, IA US
Webster County, IA US

Job Type

Temporary

# of Hires Needed

1

Job Description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic medium-sized consulting firm with offices across the United States, is looking for a full-time temporary Biological Field Technician to perform eagle use surveys. at operational wind facilities throughout Northwest Iowa, starting end of June through November 30, 2025.

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 : $20-23.00/ hour, DOE


• Completion Bonus: up to $500 will be provided upon completion of the Project while in good standing.


• Housing: Shared housing provided or rent reimbursement may be provided to qualifying applicants.


• Start Date: June 22, 2025


• End Date : November 30, 2025


• Location: Various counties (e.g., O'Brien, Pocahontas, Poweshiek, Sac, Webster), Iowa

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of this position is to conduct eagle-focused avian use surveys in Iowa. Successful candidates must be able to work in a rural field setting, work well both independently and with others, and follow field, data entry, and health and safety protocols. Previous experience conducting avian use surveys is required. Training will be provided. An average workweek will be approximately 30-40 hours, though there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours depending on seasonal objectives.

Responsibilities include:

• Avian use surveys for eagles


• Standardized protocols to record data quickly and accurately.


• Species identification for Midwestern birds by sight and sound.

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

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or an equivalent degree preferred, but job experience may substitute.


• Previous experience conducting avian surveys is required.


• Experience with bird identification of Midwestern species or ability to identify species using guides/keys is preferred


• Skilled use of computers, tablets, GPS units, topographic maps, compass, and other field equipment is required


• Candidates must be organized, and able to collect and manage data, including implementing quality control measures


• Able to work independently or as part of a team, and interact positively with project manager, field supervisor, landowners, and other technicians


• Employee must be able to appear for work on time (surveys often begin as early as sunrise and can go until sunset)


• Maintain focus for long periods of time


• Conduct field work while adhering to WEST standards and client field safety requirements.


• Training will be provided for all survey efforts and job related activities


• Potential opportunities to conduct additional biological surveys.

Physical Requirements:

• Applicants must be in good physical condition; surveys will require standing for entire shifts in locations where temperatures and conditions can be extreme


• Technicians must be equipped with and provide their own suitable safety toed footwear (steel or composite-toe), clothing suitable for outdoor work in all elements, and binoculars (at least 8x42)

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.

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