Fish Hatchery Technician – Non Three

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Classification- Fish Hatchery Technician

Job Status- Full-Time – Non-Permanent

WDFW Program- Fish Program – Hatcheries Division

* Duty Station- Multiple Locations – Cowlitz and Wahkiakum County

* Apply to one (1) or all positions by submitting one (1) application:

Beaver Creek Hatchery

One (1) Position – 9 months - September 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026

North Toutle Hatchery

One (1) Position – 2.5 months - September 1, 2025 – November 13, 2025

One (1) Position – 9 months - September 15, 2025 – June 12, 2026

This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and foundational knowledge in fisheries management.

Envision yourself collaborating with dedicated hatchery staff to support fish culture operations and assist in maintaining hatchery equipment and facilities

• Wash and clean ponds, water intakes, tanks, troughs, egg trays.
• Assist in administering chemical and medicated feed treatments as well as monitoring and maintaining appropriate water flow levels throughout the hatchery.
• Operate high pressure pumps and manual cleaning of rearing containers with brooms or brushes.
• Weigh feed, physically or mechanically distributing feed to rearing containers.
• Operate a seine net, weighing screen buckets of fish and lifting nets or buckets out of the pond repetitively.
• Record data for egg, fry and juvenile mortality, weight samples, feed usage, chemical use, etc.
• Operating hand and power tools to facilitate hatchery maintenance.
• Handling, sorting, and spawning adult salmonids.

Working Conditions:

Work Setting, including hazards:

• The majority of work will be performed outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, including rain, snow, sun, darkness, cold, and heat.
• At times this position will be required to repetitively lift at least 50lbs.
• Use a respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE) while working with various chemicals used at facility.
• This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.

Schedule: This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week with potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed. Alternative schedules may be considered based on business needs.

Customer Interactions: Some interaction with public and volunteers

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: Successful completion of agency training and/or certification dependent on supervisory direction, position need and training availability.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following:

Six (6) months or more of hatchery experience.

• A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.

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.

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-documents

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…