Natural Resources Technician

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is expanding our team and looking for full-time, temporary Biological and Botanical Field Technicians with backgrounds in botany, ecology, environmental science, and/or wildlife biology to work from our Albuquerque or Carlsbad, New Mexico offices.  These positions would work on a variety of projects and field efforts throughout the Southwest and Intermountain West.  There are "on call" positions depending upon project requirements.

What you will accomplish

• Following established scientific protocols to conduct wildlife, vegetation, and wetland field surveys, complete environmental inspections, wildlife and vegetation baseline studies, and reclamation monitoring.
• Collect reliable and accurate field data, including identification of fauna and flora.
• Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other maps and tools to determine exact locations of project areas, habitat types, species of interest, and associated landforms.
• Photograph and record appropriate habitat, species, and landforms.
• Operate SWCA vehicles, assure they will perform safely, and notify appropriate person if vehicle needs maintenance.
• Perform all work with a focus on safety in a remote or rugged field setting.

Experience and qualifications for success

• Minimum of B.A. or B.S. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or Natural Resource Management or similar field preferred.
• Experience with field-based scientific data collection and attention to detail.
• Must have experience with accurate data collection procedures and data entry QA/QC.
• Familiarity with New Mexico flora and fauna and wetland experience a plus.
• Ability to work long days in the field for extended periods of time in a safe and productive manner.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to travel and work remotely as required.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team with excellent team collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to drive a 4-wheel-drive vehicle on rugged, back-country roads.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing full a spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.

Since its founding in 1981, SWCA has achieved a national reputation for providing its clients with professional integrity as well as creative solutions based on sound science. We offer an informal, team-oriented work environment, competitive wages, and a competitive benefits package, including an employee stock ownership plan (retirement).

SWCA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans to apply.

SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees.  In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges on all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.

An employee in this Albuquerque office -based position can expect a salary of $18.50/hour - $24.50/hour. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.  Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA’s Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.

EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Seniority Level

Entry level

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