Seasonal Biological Technician
$43,680–$49,920 year
On-site · Portland, Oregon, United States or Eugene, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Field-based seasonal Biological Technician supporting Chinook surveys, electrofishing, habitat assessments, and PIT tagging; requires long hours in remote terrain, camping up to 5 nights, with 4–8 day rotations and frequent travel among the Willamette Valley and Pacific Northwest. Work involves extended hiking, kayaking on rivers, camping in remote areas, and collaboration in crews of 2–3. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be able to perform safe handling and sampling of fish, collect data accurately, and be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs in all weather conditions. Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; experience with spawning ground surveys, PIT tagging, and biological sampling is preferred; valid driver's license and MS Office proficiency required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
- Fish identification skills
- safe fish handling
- biological data collection experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfort working and camping in remote environments without cell service for extended periods
- Ability to work well with others in physically demanding and sometimes stressful conditions
- A positive attitude
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