Desert Tortoise Field Biologists
About The Position
ERM is hiring Desert Tortoise Field Biologists for a large-scale mining project in Beatty, Nevada. This full-time, limited-term position is scheduled for 60 hours per week, beginning April 1, 2027, and lasting up to six weeks. The work involves field surveys and desert tortoise translocation, construction compliance monitoring, and coordination with project teams. The anticipated hourly base pay is $37.69–$48.99, with actual pay depending on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. The role may be eligible for discretionary bonus pay, although casual and fixed-term/flex-force employees are not bonus eligible. ERM offers eligible employees paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and floating holidays; parental leave; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; a 401(k); and other applicable benefits. Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter. ERM is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not accept unsolicited recruiting agency resumes.
Requirements
- Experience performing formal USFWS clearance surveys under the supervision of an Authorized Biologist (AB).
- Provide a USFWS qualifications form at the time of application and references for ABs worked under.
- Experience navigating transects using handheld GPS units.
- Strong attention to detail in documentation, organizational and communication skills, and ability to work effectively as part of a large team.
- Willingness to work in the field for extended periods, including weekends, and maintain a positive attitude.
- Open to working overtime.
- Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
- Demonstrated independent and effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Authorized Biologist (AB) certification is preferred but not required.
- MSHA Part 48 certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain it before fieldwork.
Responsibilities
- Conduct protocol-based biological surveys, including desert tortoise translocation from the future mining Project area to a designated recipient site.
- Conduct biological compliance monitoring during construction.
- Use GPS technology to navigate and record field data.
- Provide daily progress reports.
- Follow ERM and client health and safety procedures.
- Coordinate with construction contractors, project managers, and resource specialists.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and floating holidays
- Parental leave
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- AD&D insurance
- 401(k)
- Other applicable benefits for eligible employees
- Potential discretionary bonus pay; casual and fixed-term/flex-force employees are not bonus eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
