West Kern Environmental Consulting, LLC is a biological services company based in Bakersfield, CA, and is staffed by experienced professionals with working knowledge of the threatened and endangered species found throughout Central California.

Our clients include major oil and gas companies such as California Resources Corporation and its Business Units (CA Resources Elk Hills, CA Resources Production Corp., CA Heavy Oil, Inc.), Phillips 66 Pipeline Company, and Sentinel Peak Resources.  In addition to our experience in the oil and gas industry, WKEC is currently providing "Designated Biologists" on the California High Speed Rail Project. We seek to build long term working relationships with our clients. Our services are tailored to your needs and customized for your goals. A history of strong communication with each client has allowed us to anticipate and resolve issues before they have an impact on projects. Our timely and accurate results protect the environment and your company's reputation, enabling your project to move forward.

In addition to our technical expertise, WKEC can help you meet your project's small business participation goals.

Industry: Environmental Services
Company Size: 11-50 employees

West Kern Environmental Consulting, LLC.

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**Seasonal Biologist **

**West Kern Environmental Consulting, LLC. **

West Kern Environmental Consulting (WKEC) is an environmental consulting company in Bakersfield, CA. We provide endangered species services in and around Kern County since 2010.

We are hiring seasonal biologists (now – September 30, 2026) to assist in endangered species field surveys.

**Seasonal Biologist Tasks **

The primary focus will be performing protocol level blunt nosed leopard lizard surveys. Training will be provided on survey techniques and the identification of species. These are walking transect surveys over uneven terrain in remote areas with small teams under supervision. Seasonal biologists are expected to observe and record a variety of plant and animal species as instructed by their supervisor. Seasonal biologists will be required to prepare all equipment for the following days surveys; fuel vehicles, clean and fill ice chests and water jugs, clean vehicles of trash and dust, and take company vehicles to car wash as needed. Recording mileage and hours daily with WKEC time tracking app.

**Schedule **

Schedule and location will vary from day to day. Typical schedule is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, with the chance for overtime. Due to weather or scheduling, there may be weeks where seasonal biologists get less than 40 hours. Transportation to work location will be determined prior to the day’s work, ride sharing from Bakersfield or meeting on location as necessary.

**Conditions **

Working conditions consist of walking several miles per day in bright sun. Summer temperatures can reach over 100 degrees so appropriate clothing is required (long sleeve shirt, hiking pants, hiking boots, hat and sunglasses). Other field hazards include uneven terrain, stinging insects, snakes, dust and poor air quality, oil production equipment in the vicinity.

**Equipment **

On locations where specific personal protective equipment (PPE) is required the following will be provided by the employer: Hard hat, hi-visibility vest, H2S monitor, flame-resistant coveralls, and snake gaiters. Seasonal employees are expected to provide their own steel toed boots, binoculars, camelback or water bottle, and additional flame-resistant clothing as desired.

**Qualifications **

Seasonal biologists are required to have a valid California driver’s license, pass a pre-employment drug test, 18 years of age and High School graduate. A cell phone and reliable transportation are also required.

Well qualified seasonal biologists will have or be in the process of earning a bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field. Experience with the habitat or species occurring in the southern San Joaquin valley. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Experience with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, handheld GPS units is a plus. The ability to work in a group as well as independently.

**Compensation **

$23-25 per hour.

Sick leave accrued at 0.033 hours per regular hour worked. WKEC frequently fills full-time openings from employees with seasonal experience.

Seasonal Biologist

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