Seasonal Hydrology Field Technician

The University of Wyoming is hiring a Seasonal Hydrology Field Technician for extensive fieldwork in southern Wyoming, focusing on hydrologic and irrigation monitoring. Responsibilities include data collection, equipment maintenance, and supporting research projects. Ideal for students or early-career professionals in hydrology or environmental science. The role offers flexible hours, lodging, and travel reimbursement but requires outdoor work in various weather conditions.
The University of Wyoming is seeking a motivated Seasonal Hydrology Field Technician to support hydrologic and irrigation monitoring projects across southern Wyoming.

This position involves extensive fieldwork in remote environments collecting data on streamflow, irrigation systems, and agricultural water balances. The technician will work closely with research staff and students to collect, manage, and maintain high-quality environmental and hydrologic datasets.

This role provides hands-on experience with hydrologic instrumentation, streamflow measurement, and irrigation systems, making it ideal for students or early-career professionals interested in hydrology, water resources, environmental science, or agricultural water management.

Pay
$20.00 – $30.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Schedule
• Flexible Start and end dates; summer-only applicants will be considered.
• Start Date: March 23rd-May 15th
• End Date: August 15th - November 10th
• Field-based work with variable hours during peak monitoring periods. Expected Hours:
• 30–50 hours per week
• 30-hour weekly minimum guaranteed

Duties and Responsibilities
• Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot hydrologic monitoring equipment including pressure transducers, data loggers, telemetry systems, and solar power supplies
• Conduct streamflow measurements using:
• Tethered Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs)
• MFPro and wading-based discharge measurements
• Inspect and maintain gauging stations in irrigation canals and natural streams
• Collect soil, vegetation, and field condition data for water balance studies
• Perform routine data downloads and QA/QC of monitoring datasets
• Assist with development and updating of rating curves and flow relationships
• Maintain field notes, equipment logs, and site documentation
• Assist with calibration, repair, and seasonal deployment of monitoring systems
• Support data processing and preparation of datasets for analysis and reporting
• Assist with preparation of figures and materials for technical reports
• Operate university vehicles to access remote field sites
• Follow safety protocols for fieldwork in aquatic and agricultural environments
• Perform other duties supporting hydrology and irrigation research projects

Work Environment
• Extensive outdoor work in rivers, streams, and irrigated landscapes
• Travel throughout southern Wyoming
• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, and windy conditions
• Overnight field trips most weeks

Benefits
• Lodging provided during field travel
• Per diem provided during overnight travel (federal rate $68/day; 75% first and last travel day)
• Travel reimbursement according to University of Wyoming policies
• Hands-on training in applied hydrology and water management