Summer job: Field Technicians

2 days ago

Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada GoodWork Environmental Jobs Full time

Birds, birding, avian biology, ornithology

Position:
Forest Birds at Risk Field Technicians

Type:
age 30 & under / summer

Organization:
Birds Canada

Location:
The role is based primarily at Long Point Bird Observatory's Old Cut Research Station (shared housing), near Port Rowan, ON

Are you looking to apply your skills to work that is meaningful, engaging, and makes a real difference for nature? Do you want to work in a collaborative, values-driven organization that supports flexibility and well-being while tackling important conservation challenges?

Birds Canada is the country's leading national organization dedicated to bird conservation. Our team of 100+ staff works alongside thousands of committed volunteers and supporters to Uncover the science needed to understand birds, Unite people and communities around conservation, and Act to protect birds and their habitats. Together, we are Canada's Voice for Birds. Will you join us?

Position Overview
The Forest Birds at Risk Field Technicians will survey private and public woodlots for forest birds, with a focus on five target species at risk: Cerulean Warbler, Acadian Flycatcher, Louisiana Waterthrush, Prothonotary Warbler, and Red-headed Woodpecker. Daily responsibilities include conducting point count surveys, taking forest composition measurements, recording forest health risks, and entering data. Technicians will also search for and monitor nests of the above focal species.

Technicians must be comfortable working independently, waking up before dawn, and spending long days hiking outdoors in hot, buggy conditions in areas with poison ivy and high numbers of ticks (including ticks that may carry Lyme disease). Technicians will also participate in volunteer, landowner, and project partner engagement activities from time to time.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
This fixed term 8-week (with potential for up to 14-weeks, dependent on funding) role reports to the Ontario Forest Birds Program Assistant Coordinator and is fully in-person. Anticipated start date for this role is May 4, 2026. The role is based primarily at Long Point Bird Observatory's Old Cut Research Station (shared housing), near Port Rowan, ON. Surveys take place mostly in Norfolk and Elgin counties, with some technicians potentially spending 2-3 weeks in the Frontenac Arch, based out of the Queen's University Biological Station. Due to the nature of the fieldwork and shared accommodations, this role involves higher-than-typical physical, visual, auditory and sustained concentration demands.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Communicate with supervisor and/or field crew leader to plan day-to-day activities
  • Conduct point count surveys for forest birds, take forest composition measurements, and record forest health risks
  • Search for and monitor nests of Acadian Flycatcher, Louisiana Waterthrush, Prothonotary Warbler, Cerulean Warbler and Red-headed Woodpecker
  • Help create and maintain good relationships with landowners and other project partners (through interactions during surveys or potential outreach opportunities)
  • Data entry and organization
  • Other tasks, as required

Required Knowledge And Skills

  • Excellent knowledge of Ontario forest birds, including the ability to identify birds by sight, song, and calls (i.e., must have at least 2 years of experience identifying birds outside coursework)
  • Experience conducting point counts and/or surveying birds using other sampling techniques
  • Experience working in the field and/or using GPS and compass
  • High level of organization, initiative, and ability to take clear and detailed notes
  • Able to work effectively and positively in a team environment as well as independently
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft programs (Excel and Word)
  • Possess a valid Ontario driver's licence (Class G preferred), with a clean driving record
  • Valid First Aid Certification (obtained before contract start date)
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada (if applicable, successful applicants must provide a copy of their work visa and temporary SIN prior to commencing work)

Education And Experience
Although not required, some candidates may be in the process of, or have already completed, a B.Sc. in biology or ecology or an equivalent wildlife-related program. Relevant experience or other informal and formal education/training are equally considered.

Salary And Benefits
The salary for this role is $ $21.96 per hour depending on project-relevant experience and expertise for an approximately 40-hour work week. Compensation includes statutory and discretionary benefits including pro-rated Vacation and Personal Health Days. Costs of food and shared on-site accommodation are also provided for the duration of the Field Season.

TO APPLY
Please submit your resume along with a covering letter outlining how your experience makes you the perfect candidate for this role via the Birds Canada Online Job Portal by 5pm EST on February 13, 2026. Birds Canada will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

At Birds Canada, we are committed to fostering a culture that values Indigenous Engagement and Reconciliation, and Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, as integral approaches that shape all that we do in our organization and for nature (read our full commitment to inclusion
at this LINK
). We oppose prejudice, bigotry, and discrimination, and aim to ensure that people of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences feel a sense of belonging and can participate in protecting wild birds and their habitats.
We are actively seeking to improve our ability to reach all candidates with our job postings. Applicants belonging to racialized groups, who identify as Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, and/or who have a disability, are therefore welcome to mention this in their cover letter, if they feel comfortable, although this is not a requirement.
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