Natural Resources Technician

Overview:

Build your career outdoors and make an impact along the way! Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Natural Resources Technician to join our Albany, NY team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being in the field, exploring diverse environments, and turning field observations into meaningful project solutions. You’ll conduct wetland delineations, evaluate protected species habitats, collect GPS data, develop maps using GIS, and support environmental permitting with the USACE, USFWS, and state and local agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Performing wetlands/waters of the US delineations.
• Conducting field surveys and collecting data for various resources.
• Preparing reports for projects that have been evaluated in the field or descriptions based on available maps and aerial photographs.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Botany, Biology, Zoology, Natural Resource Management, or similar.
• 0-4 years relevant experieince.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to work within a team or independently.
• Good technical writing skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel and be out in the field approximately 75% of the time; duration of travel may vary depending on project and client needs, ranging from a few days to a few weeks. Travel is generally within New York, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Pennsylvania. However, travel to states beyond these may be necessary and may extend beyond this range. Overnight travel on short notice is not typical, but possible.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

 

Desired Qualifications

• Plant identification skills.
• Wetland delineation skills.
• ESRI GIS application skills.
• Experience with wildlife or aquatic studies and surveys.

 

 

Pay: $23.00 - $31.10 per hour (depending on qualifications) 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to traverse difficult terrain and work in adverse weather conditions. This position may require walking several miles in one day while carrying equipment.

What We Offer:

Our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!