PCMM - Biology Field Technician

About this role

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)

• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region

• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)

• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

Biology Field Technician (Seasonal Temporary)

Overview:

Atwell is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Biological Field Technicians for a seasonal temporary position. The full-time role will commence as soon as possible and extend through March 2027 or beyond (depending on project). As a Biological Field Technician, you will play a crucial role in implementing a post-construction mortality monitoring program at an operational wind facility. Some of these locations include but are not limited to: Arizona, Indiana, Iowa, Texas, Colorado, or Wyoming. This position will be for the area east of Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct post-construction mortality monitoring beneath operating wind turbines.

• Identify bird and bat carcasses discovered on-site.

• Accurately collect data on all bird and bat fatalities.

• Conduct bias trials, including searcher efficiency and carcass persistence trials.

• Work in varied outdoor conditions, including inclement weather and uneven terrain.

• Drive and navigate using a 4WD vehicle in off-road or seasonal road conditions.

• Use a compass, GPS device, range finder, iPad, and digital cameras during fieldwork.

• Adhere to safety protocols, including defensive driving and facility-specific guidelines.

• Follow all Atwell safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

• Demonstrate good judgment to work safely and efficiently.

• Additional related tasks may be assigned.

Key Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage plus overtime pay.

• Vehicle provided for work-related travel.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, wildlife management, wildlife biology, or equivalent.

• Experience with or interest in bats and/or birds is preferred; enthusiastic workers are encouraged to apply.

• Strong bat and bird identification skills a plus, but not required.

• Use a variety of programs to complete tasks including Microsoft Teams, Survey123, and ESRI Field Maps.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently, follow standardized protocols, and maintain a positive attitude.

• Effective and professional communication with supervisors, project managers, biologists, technicians, clients, and landowners.

• Must have the ability to walk long distances in variable conditions (e.g., extreme heat/cold, high winds, uneven terrain).

• Work solo in the field under inclement weather in the physically challenging and harsh conditions for long days. Walk up to 12 miles per day over rough terrain.

• Must be comfortable with typical hazards of an outdoors environment (e.g., hazardous wildlife, biting insects, sharp vegetation).

• Must hold a current driver’s license in good standing.

**Please note this is a temporary position and does not include benefits.** If this position becomes full-time, benefits would then be…