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A.I.S. Inc.Environmental Consulting

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Survey Technician

Location

Homer, Alaska, United States

Work type

Field

Employment

Part Time

Experience

0-1 years

Compensation

$19 - $22 per hour

Posted

1d ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Survey Technician is responsible for conducting recreational use surveys of visitors to state and national parks on the Kenai Peninsula. This involves traveling to assigned park locations, interacting with recreators, administering paper-based survey instruments, and accurately recording all responses.

About the Role

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a scientific services company supporting environmental compliance and data collection projects for government agencies across the U.S. coastline. AIS is seeking Survey Technicians for a seasonal field study running May 11–September 27, 2026 on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.

Survey Technicians travel to assigned state and national parks to conduct recreational visitor surveys using paper-based questionnaires. This position requires independent field work, public interaction, accurate data collection, and regular travel between survey locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Attend and successfully complete all required training.

  • Conduct visitor surveys following approved procedures and protocols.

  • Travel by personal vehicle to scheduled survey locations.

  • Maintain a professional, courteous, and approachable demeanor with the public.

  • Accurately complete, organize, and submit survey forms by required deadlines.

  • Photograph completed surveys and transmit images as instructed.

  • Send required SMS notifications at designated project milestones.

  • Respond promptly to requests for data clarification or corrections.

  • Maintain mileage logs and submit weekly reimbursement reports.

  • Accurately record hours worked.

  • Work independently in remote outdoor environments while following safety and communication protocols.

  • Comply with all project requirements and established procedures.

Qualifications

Required

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently in remote outdoor locations.

  • Ability to stand, walk, and remain outdoors for extended periods.

  • Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and required auto insurance.

  • Reliable personal vehicle and mobile phone.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage the public.

  • Availability to work every weekend throughout the survey period.

Preferred

  • Experience with field data collection or survey research.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in changing field conditions.

Schedule & Compensation

  • Seasonal, part-time position.

  • Up to 32 hours per week.

  • Project duration: May 11–September 27, 2026.

Travel

  • Regular travel throughout the Kenai Peninsula from Nikiski to Homer.

  • Personal vehicle mileage reimbursed at the applicable U.S. Government rate.

Location Requirements

Applicants must currently live or be willing to relocate within 15 miles of Kenai, Soldotna, or Clam Gulch, Alaska.

Application Requirements

To be considered, applicants must submit:

  • Resume

  • Cover letter outlining qualifications

  • Three professional references (name, email, and phone number)

AIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Updated 1d ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Organizational skills • 1+ yrs
Working independently • 1+ yrs
Interpersonal skills • 1+ yrs
Communication skills • 1+ yrs
Problem-solving • 1+ yrs
Adaptability • 1+ yrs
Field data collection • 1+ yrs
Accurate recording • 1+ yrs

Experience

0-1 years

Certifications

Valid driver’s license • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Part Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$19 - $22 per hour

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodHourly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationHomer, Alaska, United States
Work typeField
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleHigh8/10
physicalHigh8/10
cognitiveMedium6/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityLow2/10
uncertaintyMedium6/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

A.I.S. Inc.

Team size

Growing team

Location

Homer, Alaska, United States

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a national scientific services firm supporting maritime activities requiring certification of compliance with environmental regulations as well as collecting data for use by Federal, State, Municipal, and other government agencies along the US coastline.

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Homer, Alaska, United StatesPart Time