Marine Services Biology Field Technician

The Marine Services Biology Field Technician is responsible for assisting with fieldwork related to freshwater mussel surveys. The position involves significant fieldwork alongside a team of biologists, ecologists, and environmental scientists, offering hands-on experience in field surveys, ecological studies, and data capture and management to help assess the health of ecosystems, wildlife, and natural habitats. This position may also include other marine services project work including, but not limited to data entry, basic data analysis, habitat restoration services, and species inventory surveys. Requirements for this position include but are not limited to field work and data management and analysis while also offering the opportunity to assist with other Marines Services projects or other practice areas (e.g., Natural Resources, Restoration, Compliance, Lab Services) project efforts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Fieldwork and Surveys

• Attend project training and preparation and progress meetings as necessary.
• Assist with biological assessments associated with freshwater mussel resources following the prescribed protocol.
• Collect and process freshwater mussels, habitat, and water quality variables.
• Collect and process water quality and habitat data
• Identify freshwater mussels to species using taxonomic guides and diagnostic keys.
• Gather field data using GPS/tablet Geode units, data sheets, and electronic devices.
• Assist with other field work within other departments as needed.
• Conduct field work in adverse weather and rough terrain.

Data Management

• Complete data forms from information collected in the field.
• Input, organize, and manage ecological data electronically.
• Ensure accurate documentation of field activities, including photography and note-taking.

Project Assistance

• Communicate effectively with project managers, field crew leads, team leads, and other crew members.
• Ensure that all fieldwork and project activities follow approved study plans and federal, state, and/or local environmental assessment protocols.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's program in a field of natural sciences.
• Experience: Familiarity with basic ecological principles and practices, including field work or study.
• Willingness to conduct field work in harsh conditions and over long workdays.
• Overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience:

• Hands-on experience conducting aquatic or freshwater mussel surveys and evaluations.
• Identification of freshwater mussels or aquatic fauna.
• Familiarity with a variety of sampling methods, especially for freshwater mussels.
• Familiarity with characterizing reach scale meso-, macro-, and micro-habitat.
• Familiarity with ecological field equipment, such as GPS units, flow meters, water quality meters, and/or tablets and Geodes.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including technical writing, data QA/QC, and data analysis.

Desired Skills:

• Strong skills in conducting detailed field surveys, including identification of freshwater mussels.
• Open-water SCUBA Certification or experience snorkeling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and critical reading, writing, and thinking skills.
• Ability to work under direct supervision of field crew leaders in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently on data management.
• High attention to detail in data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Experience with data management systems, mapping software (e.g., QGIS), and field survey technology.
• Flexibility to handle changes in schedule, location, and project scope based on field conditions and project needs.

Work Environment
This position consists predominantly of field work and field technicians should expect to work 75-100% in the field. Field work assignments may include consecutive days outdoors working with a field crew in all types of weather conditions and sometimes in remote and challenging locations. A typical field workday consists of 8-12 hours which may include irregular hours and weekend work. Overnight travel and working for extended periods in different states is project specific but will be required. Office work assignments may include field preparation, data management, or equipment maintenance and may consist of up to an 8 hour day.

This position is a hybrid role, meaning employees will work a schedule which includes field work and office work on location in Stow, Ohio or throughout the eastern U.S.

This position is expected to report to the office for office-based work or mobilization for field work. All employees' work schedules and availabilities must be provided in a timely manner to managers. Standard office equipment and space will be provided to work in the office.

Additional:
Desired Dates: June 1st to August 30th
Department & Division: Marine Services
Exempt Status*: Non-Exempt
Reports to**: Marine Services Director
Works with Inside Company:

• Internal Human Resources Team
• Marine Services Leadership & Personnel
• Project Managers and Technical Leads
• Marine Services Employees

Works with Outside Company:

• Not Applicable

Working Conditions:

• Office
• Overnight travel
• On-site work, outdoors
• Long periods of driving
• Overnight and some weekend travel can be expected

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Repeat motions that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Occasionally there may be a need to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.
• Must be able to complete work by standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching.
• Working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Walking for periods of time including maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain.
• Heavy work that includes moving, lifting, and carrying objects up to 50 lbs., or more.

Travel Requirements:

• % of travel time: can be up to 100%; varies with fluctuations in workload and work location.

*This position is classified as non-exempt based on the job duties.
**The company reserves the right to make changes to the reporting structure for this position due to business needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Fieldwork and Surveys
* Attend project training and preparation and progress meetings as necessary.
* Assist with biological assessments associated with freshwater mussel resources following the prescribed protocol.
* Collect and process freshwater mussels, habitat, and water quality variables.
* Collect and process water quality and habitat data
* Identify freshwater mussels to species using taxonomic guides and diagnostic keys.
* Gather field data using GPS/tablet Geode units, data sheets, and electronic devices.
* Assist with other field work within other departments as needed.
* Conduct field work in adverse weather and rough terrain.
Data Management
* Complete data forms from information collected in the field.
* Input, organize, and manage ecological data electronically.
* Ensure accurate documentation of field activities, including photography and note-taking.
Project Assistance
* Communicate effectively with project managers, field crew leads, team leads, and other crew members.
* Ensure that all fieldwork and project activities follow approved study plans and federal, state, and/or local environmental assessment protocols.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
* Education: Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's program in a field of natural sciences.
* Experience: Familiarity with basic ecological principles and practices, including field work or study.
* Willingness to conduct field work in harsh conditions and over long workdays.
* Overnight travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience:
* Hands-on experience conducting aquatic or freshwater mussel surveys and evaluations.
* Identification of freshwater mussels or aquatic fauna.
* Familiarity with a variety of sampling methods, especially for freshwater mussels.
* Familiarity with characterizing reach scale meso-, macro-, and micro-habitat.
* Familiarity with ecological field equipment, such as GPS units, flow meters, water quality meters, and/or tablets and Geodes.
* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including technical writing, data QA/QC, and data analysis.
Desired Skills:
* Strong skills in conducting detailed field surveys, including identification of freshwater mussels.
* Open-water SCUBA Certification or experience snorkeling
* Strong written and verbal communication skills and critical reading, writing, and thinking skills.
* Ability to work under direct supervision of field crew leaders in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently on data management.
* High attention to detail in data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure accuracy and reliability.
* Experience with data management systems, mapping software (e.g., QGIS), and field survey technology.
* Flexibility to handle changes in schedule, location, and project scope based on field conditions and project needs.

Work Environment
This position consists predominantly of field work and field technicians should expect to work 75-100% in the field. Field work assignments may include consecutive days outdoors working with a field crew in all types of weather conditions and sometimes in remote and challenging locations. A typical field workday consists of 8-12 hours which may include irregular hours and weekend work. Overnight travel and working for extended periods in different states is project specific but will be required. Office work assignments may include field preparation, data management, or equipment maintenance and may consist of up to an 8 hour day.
This position is a hybrid role, meaning employees will work a schedule which includes field work and office work on location in Stow, Ohio or throughout the eastern U.S.
This position is expected to report to the office for office-based work or mobilization for field work. All employees' work schedules and availabilities must be provided in a timely manner to managers. Standard office equipment and space will be provided to work in the office.

REQUEST #270 | APR 02, 2026

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Email Address:

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What are you seeking approval for?:

Job Posting

Request initiated by::

Alan Christian

Who is the hiring manager that will be reviewing resumes?:

Alan Christian

Department of Job:

480- Marine Services

Job Position Title::

Marine Services Biology Field Tech

Who will be the direct manager of the new position?:

Alan Christian

Employee's Work State:

ES MAIN - STOW OHIO OFFICE

Job Status:

Seasonal

Employment Status:

Non- Exempt (1.5 time over 40)

Position Working Arrangement:

In Office

Preferred Start Date:

Jun 01, 2026

How many positions will you be hiring for?:

1

Is the Position?:

An Additional Hire

Was the position budgeted for:

No

Position Justification:

Anticipated need for summer projects and serves as a way to recruit employees.

What is the anticipated billable percent of the the new employee?:

100%

What is the anticipated average billing rate of the new employee?:

58

Pay Range Estimate (salary or $/hr):

18/hr

Position Summary:

Position Summary
The Marine Services Biology Field Technician is responsible for assisting with fieldwork related to freshwater mussel surveys. The position involves significant fieldwork alongside a team of biologists, ecologists, and environmental scientists, offering hands-on experience in field surveys, ecological studies, and data capture and management to help assess the health of ecosystems, wildlife, and natural habitats. This position may also include other marine services project work including, but not limited to data entry, basic data analysis, habitat restoration services, and species inventory surveys. Requirements for this position include but are not limited to field work and data management and analysis while also offering the opportunity to assist with other Marines Services projects or other practice areas (e.g., Natural Resources, Restoration, Compliance, Lab Services) project efforts.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Fieldwork and Surveys
* Attend project training and preparation and progress meetings as necessary.
* Assist with biological assessments associated with freshwater mussel resources following the prescribed protocol.
* Collect and process freshwater mussels, habitat, and water quality variables.
* Collect and process water quality and habitat data
* Identify freshwater mussels to species using taxonomic guides and diagnostic keys.
* Gather field data using GPS/tablet Geode units, data sheets, and electronic devices.
* Assist with other field work within other departments as needed.
* Conduct field work in adverse weather and rough terrain.
Data Management
* Complete data forms from information collected in the field.
* Input, organize, and manage ecological data electronically.
* Ensure accurate documentation of field activities, including photography and note-taking.
Project Assistance
* Communicate effectively with project managers, field crew leads, team leads, and other crew members.
* Ensure that all fieldwork and project activities follow approved study plans and federal, state, and/or local environmental assessment protocols.

Position Qualifications for Ad:

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
* Education: Enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's program in a field of natural sciences.
* Experience: Familiarity with basic ecological principles and practices, including field work or study.
* Willingness to conduct field work in harsh conditions and over long workdays.
* Overnight travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience:
* Hands-on experience conducting aquatic or freshwater mussel surveys and evaluations.
* Identification of freshwater mussels or aquatic fauna.
* Familiarity with a variety of sampling methods, especially for freshwater mussels.
* Familiarity with characterizing reach scale meso-, macro-, and micro-habitat.
* Familiarity with ecological field equipment, such as GPS units, flow meters, water quality meters, and/or tablets and Geodes.
* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including technical writing, data QA/QC, and data analysis.
Desired Skills:
* Strong skills in conducting detailed field surveys, including identification of freshwater mussels.
* Open-water SCUBA Certification or experience snorkeling
* Strong written and verbal communication skills and critical reading, writing, and thinking skills.
* Ability to work under direct supervision of field crew leaders in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently on data management.
* High attention to detail in data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure accuracy and reliability.
* Experience with data management systems, mapping software (e.g., QGIS), and field survey technology.
* Flexibility to handle changes in schedule, location, and project scope based on field conditions and project needs.

Position Work Environment:

Work Environment
This position consists predominantly of field work and field technicians should expect to work 75-100% in the field. Field work assignments may include consecutive days outdoors working with a field crew in all types of weather conditions and sometimes in remote and challenging locations. A typical field workday consists of 8-12 hours which may include irregular hours and weekend work. Overnight travel and working for extended periods in different states is project specific but will be required. Office work assignments may include field preparation, data management, or equipment maintenance and may consist of up to an 8 hour day.
This position is a hybrid role, meaning employees will work a schedule which includes field work and office work on location in Stow, Ohio or throughout the eastern U.S.
This position is expected to report to the office for office-based work or mobilization for field work. All employees' work schedules and availabilities must be provided in a timely manner to managers. Standard office equipment and space will be provided to work in the office.

Additional Position Information- Works with, Conditions, Physical Requirements, Travel Requirements:

Additional:
Desired Dates: June 1st to August 30th
Department & Division: Marine Services
Exempt Status*: Non-Exempt
Reports to**: Marine Services Director
Works with Inside Company:
* Internal Human Resources Team
* Marine Services Leadership & Personnel
* Project Managers and Technical Leads
* Marine Services Employees
Works with Outside Company:
* Not Applicable
Working Conditions:
* Office
* Overnight travel
* On-site work, outdoors
* Long periods of driving
* Overnight and some weekend travel can be expected
Supervisor Responsibilities:
* None
Physical Requirements:
* Repeat motions that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
* Occasionally there may be a need to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
* Communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.
* Must be able to complete work by standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching.
* Working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
* Walking for periods of time including maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain.
* Heavy work that includes moving, lifting, and carrying objects up to 50 lbs., or more.
Travel Requirements:
* % of travel time: can be up to 100%; varies with fluctuations in workload and work location.

*This position is classified as non-exempt based on the job duties.
**The company reserves the right to make changes to the reporting structure for this position due to business needs.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: EnviroScience