Wildlife Field Technician: Bat & Eagle Fatality Monitoring

Tetra Tech Technical Services, Inc.; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Work-life balance

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Wildlife Field Technician to support a post-construction bat and eagle fatality monitoring program at a wind facility near Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Field duties include standardized searches, data collection, and maintaining detailed records according to protocol.

The role involves walking long distances, working outdoors in varying weather, and coordinating with supervisors. Housing is not provided; a vehicle is supplied for travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
• Experience in wildlife field work preferred
• Ability to identify eagles and other raptors
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• Residence near project site preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized bat and eagle fatality searches and related field activities.
• Accurately collect, document, and submit field data according to established protocols and timelines.
• Walk established transects for extended periods over varying terrain.
• Work independently and as part of a small field crew.
• Operate 4x4 vehicles, GPS units, topographic maps, and other field equipment.

Skills

Bird identification

Field data collection

Independent work

Team collaboration

GPS usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources or related

Tools

GPS units

Topographic maps

Electronic data collection systems

4x4 vehicles

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Wildlife Field Technician to support a post-construction bat and eagle fatality monitoring program at a wind facility near Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Field duties include standardized searches, data collection, and maintaining detailed records according to protocol.

The role involves walking long distances, working outdoors in varying weather, and coordinating with supervisors. Housing is not provided; a vehicle is supplied for travel.