Structural Bird Control Technician/Canine Handler

WILD GOOSE CHASE INC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Dog housing subsidy

Company phone

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Wild Goose Chase Inc. in the Detroit area seeks a Field Operations Technician/Canine Handler to disperse Canada geese using trained dogs and a range of bird-control devices. The role includes vehicle-based routes, setting up equipment, and performing site-specific tasks in varying weather conditions.

You will work with a supervisor team and a canine handler, requiring strong physical ability, route flexibility, and safety-first mindset. Some travel across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver\'s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel across the U.S. if required.
• Ability to lift 50–100 pounds and work in all weather.
• Comfortable working outdoors with wildlife and dogs.

Responsibilities

• Direct dogs to disperse geese and set up/install bird-control devices.
• Perform seasonal routing and maintain equipment and PPE.
• Coordinate with field operations and canine handler teams.
• Conduct safety checks and follow company vehicle and dog housing policies.

Skills

Driver's license

Clean MVR

Dog handling

Reading maps

Tools

Agrilaser

Aerotrooper RC boat

Power tools

Handheld tools

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company car
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Wild Goose Chase (WGC) and Migratory Bird Management (MBM) perform a variety of control services that help customers solve pest bird problems related to Canada geese, gulls, pigeons, sparrows, starlings, and other pest birds.

This work is led by the combination of Supervisor teams: Field Operations Manager, Special Ops Manager, and Dog Trainer and is completed together with the Structural Bird Control Technician/Canine Handler performing a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: directing dog to disperse Canada geese from a property seasonally, cleaning nesting material and feces from surfaces, preparing surfaces for the installation of various custom and stock bird control devices, installation of these devices, and completing job setups and job takedowns.

Key Requirements

To perform tasks associated with this role, the candidate needs to be based out of the Detroit area, but willing to keep a compnay vehicle and working dog at home. Canididate must be willing to do service routes with a dog to disperse Canada geese during seasonal contracts, and be available to travel by car and airplane across the U.S. to service customers. An ideal candidate would be an outdoors man or woman, comfortable working with wildlife, and/or a trades person comfortable working with handheld and power tools for structural installations. This job is well suited for someone interested in variety in their day-to-day. We’re looking for hands‑on problem solvers and collaborative team-players with can-do attitudes.

Current position is for a PT to FT seasonal employee in the Detroit area, that is willing to be able to keep a working vehicle at their home, and a working dog at some point. All expenses for care of the dog will be done by the company (vet bills, food, etc…)

• Have a valid state driver’s license.
• Have a clean MVR (driving record)
• Be drug & substance free.
• Be able to drive a minimum of 100 miles a day.
• Be able to read a map and know directions.
• Have a professional appearance, including a company uniform while working.
• Be available for weekend work.
• Have staggered work start times and ending times that are irregular and varied based on weather and servicing conditions.
• Work before sunrise and after sunset at times
• Be out in all kinds of weather.
• Must regularly lift and/or move 50 to 100 pounds.
• Be able to bend over frequently.
• Handle a dog physically. Prior experience working with dogs preferred. Technician must be able to use English for commanding dogs on what is required of them.
• Be willing and able to keep a company vehicle and dog at home. All fees and costs associated with both assets will be taken care of by WGC, and employee will receive canine housing subsidy in addition to hourly salary rate.
• Be able to keep a dog/company vehicle at home.
• Use English for commanding dogs on what is required of them.
• Be able to get in and out of a vehicle with dogs multiple times in a day based on the number of accounts being serviced in a 4-10 hour shift and can be as many as 30 times getting out and 30 times getting in the vehicle.
• Be in an enclosed vehicle with dog(s) that may be wet for an extended period of time.
• Be able to walk on natural terrain, including slopes, and other irregular surfaces of all kinds.
• Be able to use Agrilaser (handheld laser) and Aerotrooper(RC boat) safely in the field as a tool needed when not using a dog.
• Be able to keep safety top priority and take proper safety measures depending on the circumstance (such as wearing proper PPE).
• Need to be comfortable working on elevated roofs on a regular basis.
• Be able to safely climb and work from fixed, extension, and step ladders of varying heights.
• Be able to safely carry, set up, and load/unload ladders up to 28 feet by yourself.
• Be able to bend, stoop, and kneel multiple times throughout the day to carry and install equipment and materials.
• Be able to safely use a variety of fall protection and PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Be able to pass a medical evaluation and fit test for respirator use.
• Be familiar with and able to operate a variety of handheld and power tools.
• Be able to operate and work from aerial man lifts.
• Be able to load, hook up, and safely tow trailers with appropriate vehicles.
• You should be available for an average 35 hours per week during peak season.
  • Peak-Season is described as March 1st thru June 30th and August 1st thru November 30th
• Non peak season hours may be greatly reduced.
• Have a working cell phone and familiar with Apps.
• Have email accessibility, the company does provide an email address for company business only.

What We Offer

• Salary rate: $20-24/hour based on experience
• Flexible working hours
• Company vehicle provided
• Reimbursement for canine housing on top of hourly salary
• Technology: Company phone provided upon request
• Benefits Package: Health insurance, 401(k), and PTO for Full Time Employees. We offer PTO for Part Time Employees