Natural Resource Technician
Aventia is an environmental consulting and field services firm seeking two Natural Resource Technicians to conduct field surveys and support project managers. The role involves data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with field staff to meet environmental monitoring protocols.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field surveys using established protocols for vegetation monitoring, wildlife habitat assessments, wetland delineations, wildlife surveys, and more
- Use GPS, digital data forms or app-based forms, and hard copy data forms to collect data
- Work with other field staff, under the supervision of field leads or project managers
- Assist field lead or project managers with data entry, quality assurance, analysis, and summarization to meet protocol and regulatory requirements
Skills
- BS in range management, ecology, biology, or applicable field or working toward such degree
- Ability to work remotely, possibly solo, in inclement weather conditions
- Willingness to travel on extended, overnight field mobilizations
- A positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a team
- A valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Have experience driving 4x4 pickup trucks, ATVs, and UTVs
- A commitment to High Standards in Safety
- Ability to participate in pre-employment drug and alcohol test
- 1 to 2 years of experience in natural resource field work preferred, however college students with an applicable field of study that includes botany, biology, range science, or wildlife are encouraged to apply
- Preferred experience working in the Northern Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and Intermountain West, including identification of fauna, flora, ecological assemblages, wetlands, and soils
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental vision
- Short and long-term disabilities
- Life insurance
- Flex spending account options
- Paid time off program
- Paid holidays annually
- Vacation time
- Wellness leave
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