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Biology Field Technician (Seasonal Temporary)

Overview:

Atwell is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Biological Field Technicians for a seasonal temporary position. The part-time role will commence June 1 2026 and extend through May 2027 or beyond (depending on project). As a Biological Field Technician, you will play a crucial role in implementing a post-construction mortality monitoring program at an operational wind facility. Some of these locations include but are not limited to: Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Texas, Oklahoma, or Wyoming. This position will be for areas near Muncie, Indiana & Lafayette, Indiana. These positions will start early July and run through Winter of 2026.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct post-construction mortality monitoring beneath operating wind turbines.
2. Identify bird and bat carcasses discovered on-site.
3. Accurately collect data on all bird and bat fatalities.
4. Conduct bias trials, including searcher efficiency and carcass persistence trials.
5. Work in varied outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and uneven terrain.
6. Drive and navigate using a 4WD vehicle in off-road or seasonal road conditions.
7. Use a compass, GPS device, range finder, iPad, and digital cameras during fieldwork.
8. Adhere to safety protocols, including defensive driving and facility-specific guidelines.
9. Follow all Atwell safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
10. Demonstrate good judgment to work safely and efficiently.
11. Additional related tasks may be assigned.

Key Benefits:

1. Competitive hourly wage plus overtime pay.
2. Vehicle provided for work-related travel.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, or equivalent.
2. Experience with or interest in bats and/or birds is preferred; enthusiastic workers are encouraged to apply.
3. Strong bat and bird identification skills a plus, but not required.
4. Use a variety of programs to complete tasks including Microsoft Teams, Survey123, and ESRI Field Maps.
5. Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently, follow standardized protocols, and maintain a positive attitude.
6. Effective and professional communication with supervisors, project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners.
7. Must have the ability to walk long distances in variable conditions (e.g., extreme heat/cold, high winds, uneven terrain).
1. Work solo in the field under inclement weather in the physically challenging and harsh conditions for long days. Walk up to 12 miles per day over rough terrain.
8. Must be comfortable with typical hazards of an outdoors environment (e.g., hazardous wildlife, biting insects, sharp vegetation).
9. Must hold a current driver's license in good standing.

**Please note this is a temporary position and does not include benefits.** If this position becomes full-time, benefits would then be provided.

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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