Bat Survey Technician

Job Description: The primary responsibilities of this position are: To travel the Eastern and Midwestern U.S. working on a two-person crew to conduct acoustic presence/absence and/or mist-net surveys for Indiana bats and northern long-eared bats at proposed development projects. Acoustic survey crew duties include the deployment of ultrasonic bat detectors (e.g. AnaBat, SM3, SM4, etc.), data organization and transfer, use of global positioning system devices, maps, compass and digital cameras as well as the ability to maintain equipment. Bat mist-net and telemetry survey crew duties include surveying for Indiana bats and northern long-eared bats at proposed development projects in the Midwestern and Eastern U.S. There may be limited opportunities to conduct additional biological surveys (e.g. bat habitat assessments, portal surveys, and acoustic surveys). Duties include conducting mist-net surveys, determining specific mist-net locations, conducting telemetry surveys of bat roosting and foraging areas, performing bat roost emergence counts, thorough and accurate data collection, organization, and uploading data. The technician should be able to work independently and must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with acoustic crew leader and with WEST supervisors including adhering to schedules. Training will be provided for survey efforts and job related activities Technician will be required to follow all safety protocols for WEST Technician will be expected to use good judgment to stay safe and work efficiently Preference will be given to those who are rabies vaccinated. Key Benefits/Details: Compensation: Starting at $15/hr depending on experience, all project-related expenses will be covered, a $500 bonus is available upon completion of field work and if the employee is in good standing. Comprehensive Medical (if working 30 or more hours a week) Sick Leave: Starting April 1, this position will start accruing 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum of 48 hours in the first year. Housing: per diem and housing provided while conducting fieldwork Start Date: May 15 End Date: August 15 Location: Eastern U.S. Additional Details: Vehicles will be provided for work completion or mileage reimbursed. Bat detectors including associated gear, GPS units, compass, camera, and will be provided by WEST. Full details: https://west-inc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/805