AWI Part-Time Field Technician
Company: Paul Smith's College
Location: Paul Smiths
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Position: AWI Part-Time Field Technician Status: Part-time
(20-48 hours per month during February, April, May, July,
September), non-exempt, staff Department: Adirondack Watershed
Institute Reports to: Field Operations Manager Salary:
$20-25.00/hour Description: The Paul Smith?s College Adirondack
Watershed Institute is hiring a part-time field technician position
to support its Water Quality staff in the field. We are looking for
someone who likes to be outdoors in sometimes inclement weather and
work at remote locations in the region. The position will
contribute to AWI?s research and monitoring projects on nearly 100
water bodies across the Adirondacks. Fieldwork can include hiking
up to 14 miles to remote locations and often requires working 10
hours/ day including driving long hours, sometimes 3-5 hours a day.
The mission of the Paul Smith?s College Adirondack Watershed
Institute is to protect clean water, conserve habitat, and support
the health and wellbeing of people in the Adirondacks through
scientific inquiry, stewardship, and real-world experiences for
students. Responsibilities: Provide sample transportation between
AWI laboratory and Albany, NY periodically. Assist with AWI
research projects and contracted work in various ways, including
but not limited to: Collect physical, chemical, and biological
samples from lakes and streams throughout the year in all weather
conditions, including in winter, oftentimes in remote backcountry
locations. Help maintain AWI?s field gear, instrument calibration
and pre-fieldwork prep. Help with equipment decontamination.
Support field operations such as: general organization, cleanliness
and upkeep of equipment and instruments. Record keeping and data
entry. Other duties relating to the mission of AWI as needed. Term
of Appointment: Year-round, primarily in the months of February,
April, May, July, & September. Work is scheduled Monday ? Thursday.
Must be able to work flexible days and hours. Hours and days per
week will vary based on the workflow of projects and will be
scheduled 3-4 weeks in advance. Anticipated 20-48 hours each of the
months listed above. Required Qualifications: Ability to work in
inclement weather outdoors, including on motorized and
non-motorized watercraft (i.e., canoes). Ability to spend an
extended amount of time on your feet. Ability to hike and ski with
a heavy pack over long distances. Experience with land navigation
and working in remote outdoor environments. Ability to lift 40 lb.
New York State Driver?s license and driving record acceptable to
the College?s insurance carrier. Applicants must have access to a
dependable personal vehicle. Ability to perform duties
independently and proactively. Ability to commit to at least 3 days
of work during the months of February, April, May, July, &
September. Ability to work with a broad range of diverse
individuals and groups to form a safe and inclusive workplace.
Preferred Qualifications: College coursework in environmental
science, chemistry, biology, geology, or other natural sciences A
genuine interest in environmental science and a desire to gain
experience in the field. Application submissions due by: May 1st,
2026 To Apply: Applicants should complete the online application
and submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information
for three professional references. Paul Smith?s College is an equal
opportunity employer. Position descriptions are created that focus
on essential functions, using inclusive language, and avoid
unnecessary or discriminatory requirements.
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