Wildlife Technician Jobs
Wildlife Technician jobs are open across federal and state agencies, conservation nonprofits, environmental consulting firms, and research institutions, at every level from seasonal field technician to senior researcher, with specializations in wildlife monitoring, habitat assessment, and data collection. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Predator Bird Services Inc. (PBSI) is a professional wildlife management company dedicated to effectively solving the wildlife issues of some of North America's largest industrial sites. PBSI specializes in the use of trained birds of prey to create a hostile environment for any unwanted wildlife. Using extremely well defined raptor training techniques, together with other effective bird control tools, we have become one of North America’s wildlife control leaders.
PBSI was incorporated in 2008 and today employs more than 100 staff while maintaining more than 200 raptors. We work in some of Canada & United States largest sites.
Our creative and innovative approach is focused on solving all challenges our engagements may present. The result is that each job is based on a highly customized program that delivers the most effective results for our client’s unique operating environment and site risk.
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Wildlife Control Technician in the area of Humble, TX. This position involves falconry work along with various other deterrent techniques.
**Submit a resume and cover letter in response to this posting with location of job site you are applying to**
Responsibilities:
**APPLICANT WILL BE PROVIDING FALCONRY BASED ABATEMENT IN A LANDFILL**THIS IS NOT A HUSBANDRY POSITION**WE WORK OUTSIDE IN ALL TYPES OF WEATHER**
- Daily care and maintenance of birds of prey. This includes flying, feeding, cleaning boxes/perching areas/housing
- Operate different types of control tools to deter birds from using site
- Daily survey of species' and numbers of birds on-site
- Daily written reports
- Travel upon request
- Additional tasks as required
- Working at multiple locations a week
- 1 to 5 days a week
- Full or part time positions available
- Must have a reliable form of transportation
- Must be in shape and willing to work in all weather conditions
- Basic math and record keeping skills are necessary
- Must be able to hike/walk in steep terrain for up to 8 hours.
-Must be able to carry up to 50lbs for as far as a mile.
-Must be able to operate 4wd off road vehicles safely.
- Have the ability to be on call
-NO HEALTH BENEFITS AVAILABLE
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICANTS, IT MAY TAKE UP TO TWO WEEKS TO RECEIVE A MESSAGE
Experience/Qualifications:
- Very keen observational skills and attention to detail are essential to this position
- Must accurately and meticulously record data in the field
- Maintain work truck, field equipment, bird equipment and safety equipment
-Able and willing to walk 5-10 miles each day
-Able and willing to work 8-12+ hour days if necessary
-Is willing to working in adverse conditions, all weather conditions, and an ever changing environment each and every day
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised, with a high level of self-motivation
- Must demonstrate quick learning, strong observational skills, critical thinking, recording skills, and self-reliance
- Communication skills are a must
- Given the nature of this work, applicants must be able to work unconventional hours, in all types of weather, and be physically fit (heavy lifting required)
- General interest and education in nature/birds/hunting is preferred
-Hunting and trapping experience is a requirement
-Animal handling experience preferred
-Rate of pay $19.00-$21.00 per hour depending on experience
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Part-time and Full time available
Expected hours: 8 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Animal handling: 1 year (Preferred)
- Firearms: 1 year (Preferred)
- Falconry: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
- Overtime pay
Application Question(s):
- Falconry License
- Have you applied to Predator Bird Services before?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Humble, TX 77338 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Humble, TX 77338: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Predator Bird Services Inc. (PBSI) is a professional wildlife management company dedicated to effectively solving the wildlife issues of some of North America's largest industrial sites. PBSI specializes in the use of trained birds of prey to create a hostile environment for any unwanted wildlife. Using extremely well defined raptor training techniques, together with other effective bird control tools, we have become one of North America’s wildlife control leaders.
PBSI was incorporated in 2008 and today employs more than 100 staff while maintaining more than 200 raptors. We work in some of Canada & United States largest sites.
Our creative and innovative approach is focused on solving all challenges our engagements may present. The result is that each job is based on a highly customized program that delivers the most effective results for our client’s unique operating environment and site risk.
We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Wildlife Control Technician in the area of Humble, TX. This position involves falconry work along with various other deterrent techniques.
**Submit a resume and cover letter in response to this posting with location of job site you are applying to**
Responsibilities:
**APPLICANT WILL BE PROVIDING FALCONRY BASED ABATEMENT IN A LANDFILL**THIS IS NOT A HUSBANDRY POSITION**WE WORK OUTSIDE IN ALL TYPES OF WEATHER**
- Daily care and maintenance of birds of prey. This includes flying, feeding, cleaning boxes/perching areas/housing
- Operate different types of control tools to deter birds from using site
- Daily survey of species' and numbers of birds on-site
- Daily written reports
- Travel upon request
- Additional tasks as required
- Working at multiple locations a week
- 1 to 5 days a week
- Full or part time positions available
- Must have a reliable form of transportation
- Must be in shape and willing to work in all weather conditions
- Basic math and record keeping skills are necessary
- Must be able to hike/walk in steep terrain for up to 8 hours.
-Must be able to carry up to 50lbs for as far as a mile.
-Must be able to operate 4wd off road vehicles safely.
- Have the ability to be on call
-NO HEALTH BENEFITS AVAILABLE
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICANTS, IT MAY TAKE UP TO TWO WEEKS TO RECEIVE A MESSAGE
Experience/Qualifications:
- Very keen observational skills and attention to detail are essential to this position
- Must accurately and meticulously record data in the field
- Maintain work truck, field equipment, bird equipment and safety equipment
-Able and willing to walk 5-10 miles each day
-Able and willing to work 8-12+ hour days if necessary
-Is willing to working in adverse conditions, all weather conditions, and an ever changing environment each and every day
- Ability to work independently and unsupervised, with a high level of self-motivation
- Must demonstrate quick learning, strong observational skills, critical thinking, recording skills, and self-reliance
- Communication skills are a must
- Given the nature of this work, applicants must be able to work unconventional hours, in all types of weather, and be physically fit (heavy lifting required)
- General interest and education in nature/birds/hunting is preferred
-Hunting and trapping experience is a requirement
-Animal handling experience preferred
-Rate of pay $19.00-$21.00 per hour depending on experience
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Part-time and Full time available
Expected hours: 8 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Animal handling: 1 year (Preferred)
- Firearms: 1 year (Preferred)
- Falconry: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Compensation Package:
- Hourly pay
- Overtime pay
Application Question(s):
- Falconry License
- Have you applied to Predator Bird Services before?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Humble, TX 77338 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Humble, TX 77338: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in wildlife technician jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, ecology, zoology, or a closely related field
- Experience conducting wildlife surveys using standardized field protocols
- Proficiency with GPS devices and GIS software such as ArcGIS
- Valid driver's license with ability to operate four-wheel-drive vehicles on remote terrain
- Physical ability to work outdoors in variable weather and rugged conditions for extended periods
- Experience entering, managing, and quality-checking biological field data
Tips for Your Wildlife Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to field methods
List the specific survey protocols you've run, such as point counts, camera trap grids, or mist-netting, rather than just naming the species. Hiring managers for wildlife technician roles scan for methodological experience, not just the animals you've worked with.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists wildlife technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target seasonal postings before peak windows
Many wildlife technician positions open on a tight seasonal cycle, especially for migratory bird or ungulate projects. Search for postings in late winter and early fall, well before fieldwork begins, because positions fill fast and late applicants rarely get interviews.
Lead with certifications and software skills
Employers expect familiarity with GPS units, ArcGIS, and data entry platforms like ESRI Survey123. If you hold a pesticide applicator license, CPR certification, or have completed a specific wildlife handling course, put those near the top of your resume, not buried in a footer.
Prepare to discuss data management in interviews
Interviewers routinely ask how you've handled field data quality control, from catching entry errors to maintaining chain-of-custody for specimens. Walk through a specific project where your data protocols directly affected the reliability of a report or study outcome.
Negotiate start date and field conditions upfront
Wildlife technician offers often come with variable housing stipends, remote field schedules, or vehicle requirements that aren't detailed in the posting. Clarify housing, per diem, and equipment expectations before accepting so there are no surprises when you arrive on site.
Wildlife Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most wildlife technicians?
Terminix, State of Nevada, and Plunkett's Pest Control are hiring the most wildlife technicians right now, with openings concentrated in Georgia, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Demand tends to cluster around agencies and contractors with active land management or species monitoring contracts.
How many wildlife technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of wildlife technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of July 2026, which is lower than most professional roles because field presence is core to the work. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote arrangements are data analysis, report writing, and GIS mapping positions that sit adjacent to but outside direct field collection duties.
How do you become a wildlife technician?
Start with a bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or a related natural resource field. Gain hands-on experience through university field courses, volunteer banding stations, or internships with state wildlife agencies. Learn core tools like ArcGIS and standard survey protocols, then build a resume that lists the specific methods you've used and the species or ecosystems you've worked in.
Can you get hired as a wildlife technician with little experience?
Yes, especially for seasonal or entry-level technician roles where employers expect to train new hires on their specific protocols. Focus on volunteer field hours, university research projects, or conservation corps programs that put you in the field and give you documented hours with specific survey methods. A strong reference from a field supervisor or professor carries significant weight when your paid experience is limited.
What does the wildlife technician interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone screen focused on your field availability and logistical fit, followed by a technical interview where you walk through your experience with specific survey methods and data tools. Some agencies include a practical field assessment or ask you to describe how you'd handle a wildlife capture or equipment failure scenario. References from prior field supervisors are almost always checked before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to wildlife technician jobs?
You can find and apply to wildlife technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and target species or habitat, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and availability.
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