Biological Science Technician; Fish

Summary

This position is a Biological Science Technician (Fish), GS-0404-7/8, based in Brimley, MI, at Pendills Creek National Fish Hatchery. The position supports producing and distributing up to one million lake trout yearlings and four million eggs each year for the Lake Trout Restoration Program. Distribution travel opportunities cover Wisconsin and northern Michigan, while the M/V Baird hatchery crew member assists in all of Lake Michigan and northern Lake Huron.

As a Biological Science Technician (Fish), duties include but are not limited to:

• Work individually or as part of a team in all aspects of the daily care and production of fish eggs, fry, fingerling, and adult brood stock at a large cold water fish production facility.
• Perform assignments and general maintenance required for the upkeep of a fish hatchery, including use of simple hand tools and power equipment (mowers, trimmers, hammers, saws) and other tools for minor repairs on hatchery facilities, equipment, and grounds.
• Operate fish distribution tanker units up to 66,000 pounds GVWR.
• Compile and summarize biological and water quality data for analysis as part of monthly sampling procedures.
• Support outreach activities, including providing basic information to the public and partners about the fish hatchery and its programs.