Field Biologist

Jones Fish•Syracuse, NY

24d•$20 - $25

About The Position

Jones Lake Management is hiring a full-time Field Biologist for its Syracuse, New York branch. The role focuses heavily on commercial aquatic applications in the pond management department. The Field Biologist manages customers’ aquatic resources through scheduled seasonal visits, assesses lakes and ponds, develops and initiates management plans, and provides technical support and problem-solving for customer projects. Work may include aquatic applications, water-quality enhancement, aeration, sampling, aquatic plant identification and management, installation and removal of aeration equipment and decorative fountains, and maintenance of fleet vehicles and application equipment. The position also includes detailed data entry and processing. The role requires 40 or more hours per week, with hours over 40 in a standard workweek compensated at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate under New York State labor laws. An Applicators License must be obtained within 30 days; the company provides ongoing continuing education.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in Biology, Water Resources, Fisheries-related coursework, or equivalent work experience.
Be well organized, highly motivated, and able to work well with a team of professionals.
Possess a current driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Be able to drive a combination truck and trailer within non-CDL capacity and operate motor vehicles for periods of time.
Obtain an Applicators License within 30 days.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to bend at the waist and/or knees and lift arms at or above shoulder level.
Be able to work extended hours in all weather conditions.
Be able to work out of small boats and be a strong swimmer.

Responsibilities

Manage customers’ aquatic resources through regularly scheduled seasonal visits.
Develop and initiate management plans for clients.
Assess clients’ lakes and ponds and initiate appropriate management protocols.
Conduct water and sediment sampling.
Manage and identify aquatic plants.
Perform commercial aquatic applications and water-quality enhancement.
Install aeration systems and decorative fountains, and may install and remove pond aeration equipment seasonally.
Enter and process data and provide detailed information on aquatic management.
Analyze customer needs and provide technical support for products sold.
Work with industry partners to solve problems and develop solutions for customer projects and requests.
Maintain fleet vehicles and application equipment.