Bat Field Technician – Portland, ME

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in applicable field (bat biology/ecology, biological science, natural resources or wildlife management, or a closely related discipline).
• A minimum of 1-3 years of academic and/or professional experience in wildlife ecology and management.
• Strong technical skills in field ecology methods and ability to learn new techniques and field methods quickly.
• Ability to work in the field in all weather conditions and maintain a positive attitude while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.
• Conscientious and detail-oriented when it comes to data collection and entering data correctly and efficiently.
• Experience collecting data electronically using tablets or other devices is preferred, such as ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey 123. Ability to orient in the field with Arc GIS Field Maps on a tablet.
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite of tools and software.
• Strong skills in interpersonal communication to communicate with other field team members and field coordinator.
• Experience and physical ability to use tools such as drills and post pounders and willingness to learn how to wire solar panels.
• Comfortable working in a team or alone in remote field settings as well as in highly urban areas independently.
• Must be comfortable with unpredictable encounters with the public and working near busy highways.
• Strong organization and planning skills, ability to handle multiple tasks, and produce high-quality work under tight deadlines. Have the flexibility and adaptability to meet fast-paced demands.
• Must have a valid driver license and be able to pass the company DMV check to be a Tetra Tech-qualified driver of corporate/rental vehicles.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test in compliance with state regulations.

Experience in the Following Areas is Desired for Potential Full-time:

• Bat surveys; including hibernacula surveys, acoustic surveys with zero-crossing and full spectrum detectors, and mist netting.
• Bat acoustic analysis and manual species ID with Kaleidoscope Pro and Sonobat.
• Strong technical writing skills and experience writing biological reports.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Has ability to perform bending, kneeling, standing, and lifting and carrying objects weighing 35 lbs. and have a tolerance for working in outdoor environments, including prolonged walking or standing on various terrain in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Performs manual labor including excavation with shovels.
• Availability to work extended field rotations (sometimes 10-12 days at a time).

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success.  Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities as well as project requirements.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com  to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

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