Field Technician

Field Technician

Apply now Job no: 497509
Work type: Institutional Student
Location: Grand Forks
Categories: Research, Collaboration & teamwork, Communication, Learning & application, Critical thinking & problem solving, Technology

• $15.50 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10 hours per week - hours during summer could be up to 40 per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  No

• Technicians will survey insect and plant communities across conservation plantings in North Dakota. This research is unique in its large geographic scope and seeks to provide information about the ecological value of conservation plantings.
• Technicians will be trained in the following techniques:
  • Daytime and nighttime insect surveys
  • Floral surveys and vegetation cover surveys
  • Field identification of plants
  • Insect processing (pinning, labeling)
  • Data management/entry
• Typical challenges associated with working in grasslands and agricultural lands do apply. Expect to deal with wide ranging weather conditions, intense sun, mosquitoes, ticks, and long days working in the field and driving to and from survey sites. Some insect surveys will take place at night, requiring night‑shift work.
  
  - (Essential)
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
• A positive attitude and ability to get along well with others is a must.
• Applicants should also be self‑reliant, motivated, and flexible. This is a large‑scale project that will require excellent communication skills and work ethic.
• Applicants must be willing to regularly work over 40 hours per week on a variable schedule according to weather and be willing to occasionally travel for several days in a row (housing is provided during travel).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

• Some experience with surveys and data collection helpful.

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:

• Resume

Questions on this position, contact Tiffany Perron: tiffany.perron

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

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Advertised: 01 Jan 2026 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Apr 2026 Central Daylight Time