Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Biological Field Lead to support a post-construction fatality monitoring program at an operational wind facility near Olympia, Washington. This position will average 30–40 hours per week for 12 months (November 2025 – October 2026), with the potential to support additional projects locally upon completion.
The role includes conducting fatality searches, implementing bias trials, and adhering to standardized protocols. Candidates must be prepared for full field days, frequent travel to the study site, and working in variable outdoor conditions. A vehicle will be provided for work-related travel; a housing stipend may be available under certain circumstances.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
- Implement post-construction fatality monitoring program, including fatality searches and bias trials.
- Oversee daily field efforts, survey schedules, and field data collection.
- Collect precise and thorough data using electronic tablets.
- Communicate and coordinate with team members, supervisors, and site management.
- Follow all wind facility-specific and Tetra Tech safety protocols.
- Provide own suitable field gear, including reinforced-toed hiking boots and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Biology, or a related field preferred (not required).
- Experience with transect-based research preferred.
- Strong identification skills for regional bird and bat species.
- Prior fieldwork experience required.
- Ability to walk up to 8–10 miles per day in varying terrain and weather.
- Ability to handle exposure to weather extremes and interaction with bird and bat carcasses.
- Skilled use of topographic maps, GPS units, and field equipment.
- Experience operating 4x4 vehicles; valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
- Ability to work independently or in small crews while maintaining positive communication with supervisors and site teams.
- Must be detail-oriented, follow protocols, and meet data submission deadlines.
- Pre-employment drug screening required.
- Candidates residing near Olympia, WA, or willing to relocate, are preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Ability to bend, kneel, stand, lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
- Comfort working outdoors in varying terrain and changing weather conditions.
- Walking requirements up to 10 miles per day.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Medical benefits, workers compensation insurance, and 401(k) plan.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
Compensation:
Pay commensurate with experience.
Pay Range: $22.00 – $28.00/hour
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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