Avian Use Technician

Western Ecosystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic medium size consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a temporary full-time,

Avian Use Technician , in Idaho in Bingham and Bonneville counties .

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: $23-$25 an hour or based on level of experience
• Housing: Reimbursement of up to $400/month provided for qualified applicants
• Start date: flexible between November 1-15, 2025
• End date: October 31, 2027 (with possibility of extension)
• Location: Near Idaho Falls within Bingham and Bonneville counties
• Additional details: Truck and WEST cellphone will be provided. GPS unit and other field equipment will also be provided by WEST; however, field technician must be equipped with and provide own suitable footwear (rugged hiking boots), appropriate field survey clothing, and professional-grade binoculars.

Job Summary: WEST is looking for one candidate to reside in or near Idaho Falls, Idaho. The primary responsibilities for this position are to conduct avian use surveys for eagles, other raptors, and both large and small birds in the region. There is a possibility of helping with other projects in the region including special-status species surveys for this wind project. Successful candidates must be able to work in a rural field setting, work well both independently and with others, handle navigating two track roads with a 4WD truck and heavy snow conditions in the winter with an ATV or UTV with tracks, and follow field and data entry protocols. Previous experience conducting avian surveys is required. Training will be provided. The weekly work schedule is somewhat flexible and will average to about 2.5 to 3 weeks of work per month. However, there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours depending on seasonal objectives and project workloads.

The successful candidate will be:

• An independent self-motivated individual who is skilled in bird identification and has previous experience conducting avian use surveys
• Comfortable working independently, in various (extreme) weather conditions with snow and terrain, and have a passion for outdoors.

Responsibilities include :

• Conducting avian use surveys, eagle nest monitoring, and other seasonal wildlife surveys in large Project Area near Idaho Falls
• Managing and maintaining accurate and detailed data collection including observing and recording avian activity.
• Communicating clearly and effectively with crew lead and field supervisor
• Ability to communicate with landowners and other members of the public
• Ability and willingness to work as a team member and independently
• Being comfortable and having experience with hazards typical of the environment (tough terrain, driving a four-wheel drive vehicle, extreme heat and cold). Job duties require bird identification and the use of a compass, GPS, paper and electronic map devices.

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