Biological Field Technician - Temporary

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Your role at GEI.

GEI Consultants, Inc. has an immediate opening in their Denver, CO, office for temporary seasonal fisheries technicians. Our projects range from long term biomonitoring (fish and benthic invertebrates) to complex ecotoxicological investigations, including terrestrial and aquatic ecological risk assessment at mine sites, refineries, and other industrial settings.

The primary duties for this entry-level position at the technician level will be biological field sampling, stream temperature monitoring, stormwater sampling, data analysis and review, and graphics production. In addition, candidates will be responsible for equipment maintenance and assistance with report writing.

Essential Responsibilities And Duties

• Assist with biological field sampling of fish, macroinvertebrates, and periphyton.
• A typical work day consists of an 8-12-hour day with a 30-minute lunch, two ten-minute breaks, and includes irregular hours (30-55 hours per week) and irregular starting and quitting times, in accordance with the requirements of the assigned job.
• Drive and operation of trucks with trailers.
• Assist with wetland delineation, water sampling in both remote and urban environments.
• Technicians will be required to travel and spend nights out of town working at remote locations over the course of the field season.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Driver's License.
• Ability to travel and work extended hours in the field in all types of weather conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences (fisheries ecology, aquatic ecology, environmental science, or related field) - or equivalent experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work well independently and with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
• Positive, flexible, team-oriented approach, with the willingness and desire to work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Please note that selected candidates will be required to pass drug, background, and reference screenings.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• And More…
• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• Pay Range For This Position: $19.00-28.00/hour dependent upon experience
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Stress on the neck, back, and spine

X

Requires a hunched position for large portions of the day

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

~30lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

~20lbs

Carrying objects

X

Working with hazardous chemicals

X

Flammable substances (ethanol)

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

Bending

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Wrist position deviation

X

When picking through samples, working on computer

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Used with forceps and when working with very small organisms

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Very small organisms

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

(Unless referring to normal colds and workplace sickness?)

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particular matter

X

Other (exposure Risks)

Ethanol

Usual Workday Hours

X

8

10

12

X

Other work hours

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