Field Biologist; Field Based

ERM is hiring Field Biologists to conduct surveys and monitoring for large construction projects in Bishop, CA. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. This is a full‑time (40+ hours/week) limited‑term role with a duration of 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

• Conduct pre‑construction rare plant and special status species surveys across the client’s project area.
• Work at remote locations and work independently.
• Collect data electronically.
• Provide daily reporting and compile survey reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Comply with ERM’s rigorous safety program.

• A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology or related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 2 seasons of experience with water/wetland monitoring and rare plant identification.
• Ability to work safely outdoors in variable weather conditions and on challenging terrain.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation of work.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Desire to work in the field for an extended period and maintain a positive attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel with overnight stays possible.
• Flexible availability: willingness to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed by the project.
• Demonstrated independent and effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Driver’s license required. Position requires a valid driver’s license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, including frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is a plus.

For the Field Biologist position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $74,825 – $96,901, $35.97/hr – $46.58/hr USD, limited‑term, non‑exempt. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We may have instances where employees fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above.

This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed‑term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible employees. Benefits Eligibility is limited to regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed‑Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package.

Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.

 or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

ERM is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.