Airport Wildlife Management Technician/falconer

7 days ago

Richmond, Canada Falcon Environmental Inc. Full time

**FALCON** is looking for reliable, safety and solutions-focused individuals to join our wildlife management team at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

The Wildlife Management Technician (WMT) will report to the Site Manager and local oversight team. As a WMT, you will be using various tools and methods, including falconry, to mitigate the risks posed by wildlife hazards at Vancouver International Airport.

**About FALCON**
Falcon Environmental (**FALCON**) is a growing, small to medium sized wildlife management and conservation company. We offer unique services to a wide variety of sectors, including airports, landfills and many public and private organizations. **FALCON** is a world leader in its field of expertise, integrating ecological tools (e.g., falconry, canine teams, wildlife emergency response) and technological tools (e.g., drones, bird detection radar and software).

**Starting date & Schedule**
Aspects of onboarding and training will begin shortly after the hiring process with full-time training starting in January 2024.

**Your responsibilities**
Your responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

- Learn and develop skills relative to wildlife management, abatement and dispersal methods, including but not limited to the discharge of pyrotechnics, the use of firearms, the deployment of falconry birds and canine, the use of drones, and trapping activities;
- Identify wildlife (mainly birds), collect data on species, and abatement interventions;
- Maintain company vehicles and other equipment, including firearms, in safe and clean working order;
- Complete forms and daily activity reports on tablet.
- Patrol the airfield, including active runways and taxiways, and airport sites by vehicle, by foot and by boat while maintaining situational awareness of wildlife hazards and aircraft;
- Perform fieldwork and/or collect data for scientific studies.

**Your profile should include most of the following**:

- Share our values: passion, innovation, expertise.
- A commitment to safety for all and to growth and innovation.
- Ability to work alone as well as part of a team.
- Autonomous, trustworthy and able to make decisions; you show good judgment in high-stress situations.
- Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work long hours (12-hour shifts).
- Ability to communicate efficiently and fluently in English (spoken and written).
- Familiarity with computers and tablets (Apple environment).
- Experience with drones/RPAS.
- Experience in animal training.
- Good time management and communication skills.
- Good observation skills and have experience or interest in wildlife identification (birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles).
- Have prior hunting and trapping experience.
- Possess the following licences and certifications:

- A valid BC general Class 5 driver’s license, or North American equivalent.
- A Firearms Possession and Acquisition certificate (PAL is mandatory);
- Ability to pass an Enhanced Background Check by Transport Canada for Restricted Airport Identification Card (mandatory).
- Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident and legally eligible for work in Canada

**Compensation and Benefits**

Joining a dynamic, human-scale organization that is a leader in the field of wildlife management will offer you the following benefits:

- A comprehensive group insurance plan,
- An employer contribution to a pension plan,
- Up to 10 paid sick days and 6% vacation accrual,
- A place where mental and physical health is important to the owners.
- As part of its mandate with the Vancouver Airport Authority, FALCON is a Certified Living Wage Employerin BC.

Please send a cover letter with your resume. Position open until filled.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $25.00-$33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 - 50 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-01-03

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