Fish Hatchery Technician - Non-Permanent - *09974-24
Classification- Fish Hatchery Technician
Job Status- Full-Time/Non-Permanent
Appointment/Season Length- Five (5) months – December 2, 2024 – May 2, 2025
WDFW Program- Fish Program – Hatcheries Division
Duty Station- Salkum, Washington – Lewis County
Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW!
Join our team and play a key role in supporting the vital work at the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery! Assisting with the Mayfield net pen project, you'll have the chance to assist with both technical and scientific tasks, ensuring we meet our mission during peak workloads. If you're passionate about fish conservation and eager to contribute to the health of our local ecosystems, apply now to join team WDFW.
What to Expect-
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Fish Hatchery Technician,
Will Assist with the Mayfield Net Pen Project which includes:
- Assists in feeding juvenile salmonids. Assist in incubation room picking eggs, ponding fry from incubators to juvenile raceways and troughs. Assist with juvenile weigh samples and CV’s, inventory splits of juveniles and planting smolts.
- Vacuums juvenile raceways and troughs.
- Assists in seining ponds, spawning, mass marking and surplus activities.
- Performs grounds care and maintenance, repairs equipment and facilities.
- Assists in taking and recording data.
- Occasionally drives truck to deliver supplies and equipment.
Working Conditions:
Work Setting, including hazards: Work is strenuous and performed outdoors in all weather conditions and varying levels of daylight. Position will be required to repetitively lift up to 50lbs. Employee will use respirator and other PPE while working with various chemicals used at facility. Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations.
Schedule: Rotating schedule of four ten-hour shifts.
Tools and Equipment: Hand tools and some power tools, pressure washer, and forklift.
Customer Interactions: Some interaction with public and volunteers.
Qualifications:
Required Qualification: High School Diploma or GED
Required Licenses: Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have experience working in a hatchery setting.
Supplemental Information
In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Union - WAFHP:
These positions are in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Hatchery Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish Hatchery Professionals (WAFHP).
Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:
Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and spouses of active-duty military personnel who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:
- Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
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Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
- Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
- Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to diana.humes@dfw.wa.gov and reference the job number in the subject line.