Field Environmental Monitor — Construction Site Ecology

LAUKOA; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Per diem for meals and lodging

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking an experienced Environmental Monitor to join our conservation and planning team on a large government project along the U.S./Mexico International Border. The role requires 2 years of environmental monitoring experience and a BS in biological sciences, with field duties across varied terrain.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week with overtime) and involves working around heavy equipment, GPS documentation, and independent field work.

Qualifications

• 2 years of environmental monitoring experience.
• BS in biological sciences or related field.
• Willing to work in inclement weather conditions and field conditions.
• Must pass a federal background check and a drug test.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be in the field every weekday for one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily environmental field notes with photographs for compliance with project best management practices.
• Collect project-related data and support surveys for listed species; document non-compliance and report to Government POC.
• Conduct pre-construction surveys for nesting birds, listed plants and wildlife as needed.
• Communicate effectively with construction personnel, Government, regulatory agencies and stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental monitoring

GPS usage

Data recording

Communication

Education

BS in biological sciences

Tools

GPS devices

Tablets

Job description

LAUKOA is seeking an experienced Environmental Monitor to join our conservation and planning team on a large government project along the U.S./Mexico International Border. The role requires 2 years of environmental monitoring experience and a BS in biological sciences, with field duties across varied terrain.

The position is full-time (40 hours/week with overtime) and involves working around heavy equipment, GPS documentation, and independent field work.