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Diver

Deadline:
Employer:
BioSurvey Group
Job Field:
Fisheries
Job Type:
Full Time
Location:
Regional/Multiple
Location Detail:
Travel and work from home
Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with freshwater mussel surveys and other underwater biological surveys

• Assist in setting up a dive station and ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly

• Adhere to dive safety protocols

• Prepare and track dive logs

• Boat and trailer operations

• Maintain, organize, and inventory diving equipment, boats, trailers, and vehicles

• This position will require extensive field deployment and frequent travel

• Assist with other RTE species surveys as needed

Qualifications:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Open Water SCUBA certification and/ or AAUS scientific diver certification

• Accredited commercial dive school diploma and/ or ADCI Diver card is preferred

• Possess a valid driver's license and clean driving record

• Ability to obtain a current ADCI or equivalent “Fit to Dive” physical

• Current Blood Borne Pathogens, First Aid, CPR, DAN O2 Administration certifications a plus

• 10-hour OSHA and 40- hour HAZWOPER certification a plus

• Mussel survey experience preferred as well as other aquatic biological survey experience

• Positive attitude and effective communication with team members

• Excellent decision-making skills

• Detail-oriented, responsible, well organized, professional, and self-motivated

• Flexible schedule and willingness to travel

• Ability to work long field days and tolerate inclement weather and diving conditions

Miscellaneous:

Who We Are: BioSurvey Group is a small, woman-owned biological consulting firm that specializes in rare, threatened, and endangered species surveys and consultations. We manage projects of varying size from single species surveys for a stream pipeline crossing to large complex multi-species and multi-agency surveys including interstate pipelines and DOT projects. Our project experience covers a vast range of industries and includes projects for state and federal agencies, municipalities, transportation (railroads, highways, and river commerce), engineering firms, oil and gas, renewable energy, and mining.

Salary:
We are excited to talk with qualified candidates about competitive salary options (commensurate upon experience and permits held) and forward-thinking benefits such as housing options and field gear stipends. This position will require extensive travel. BioSurvey Group is committed to providing our staff with the tools necessary to do their jobs effectively and efficiently and providing opportunities for growth while striking a personal life balance.
How to Apply:

More information can be found at www.BioSurveyGroup.com and resumes can be submitted to Info@BioSurveyGroup.com.

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