Seasonal Fish Culture Technician Opportunities

Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC is seeking seasonal Fish Culture Technicians to support egg collection, incubation and rearing at multiple BC locations, including Abbotsford and Clearwater. Under supervision, you will assist senior staff with hatchery operations and the transfer of cultured fish to lakes and streams.

This auxiliary, seasonal role offers a 35-hour week, competitive hourly wages, a benefits-like package and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma in fisheries resource management and 1 year related salmonid fish culture experience.
• Experience with planning and operating egg collection stations and fish release projects.
• Must hold a valid BC driver’s license and Air Brakes Certificate; Pleasure Craft Operator's card preferred.
• Experience with mechanical systems, wastewater treatment and water systems, carpentry and equipment operation.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
• Lesser qualified candidates may be under-implemented.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff with egg collection, incubation and rearing.
• Support transfer and release of cultured fish into lakes and streams.
• Travel away from home for periods of two weeks at a time.
• Work extra hours and weekend shifts as required.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Weekend availability

Team player

Education

Technical diploma in fisheries resource management

Tools

BC driver's license

Air Brakes Certificate

Pleasure Craft Operator’s card

Job description

Seasonal Fish Culture Technician Opportunities

CTH Auxiliary Operations ABBOTSFORD, BC, CA 1 Attachments

Salary Range: $34.72 To $39.42 Hourly

Scientific Technical Officer 15
Auxiliary opportunity in Clearwater, BC*
Anticipated term April to October 2027
*An eligibility list may also be created for other locations including Abbotsford, Clearwater, Duncan, Fort Steele, Summerland & Vanderhoof

The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (FFSBC) is an independent, non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors with a mandate to deliver a wide range of fisheries management services and programs focused on recreational fisheries development, fish conservation, fish science and research, public education and the development and marketing of freshwater sport fishing in BC. For further information, please review our website: www.gofishbc.com .

We are seeking seasonal a auxiliary Fish Culture Technician at our Clearwater, BC location. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Hatchery Manager or a Senior Fish Culturist, the Seasonal Fish Culturist will be responsible for assisting senior fish culture staff with the implementation of technical activities at a major fish culture facility including egg collections, incubation and rearing and the transfer and liberation of cultured fish into lakes and streams throughout the province.

Working for the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC is more than a job. It’s a chance to be part of a unique organization that’s making a real difference in the future of BC’s fisheries! If you are a team player committed to service excellence and are seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can be part of an exciting organization, we would like to hear from you!

We offer a competitive and attractive compensation, pension and benefits package including:

• Base compensation: $34.72 - $39.42 hourly (2027 wage rates)
• Work-life balance – 35 hour work week
• Public Service Pension Plan – one of the best in Canada, allowing you to plan for your future (once eligibility criteria are met)
• Health and Wellness payment of $0.72 per working hour up to a maximum of $50.40 per bi-weekly pay period in lieu of sick time and benefits and an Employee Assistance Program to help support overall well- being.
• Vacation pay at the rate of six percent of regular earnings.
• Career development – we want you to grow and learn with us! We provide learning and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

– Technical diploma specializing in fisheries resource management and 1 year directly related salmonid fish culture experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Related experience includes experience with planning and operating egg collection stations and fish release projects, leading work activities of other staff, brood capture, egg collection, incubation, rearing and release activities. Must hold a valid BC driver’s license and Air Brakes Certificate. Pleasure Craft Operator’s card preferred. Preference may be given to applicants with experience and skills working with mechanical systems, wastewater treatment and water systems, carpentry, operation of a variety of mechanical equipment. Equivalent combinations of education, training and/or experience may be considered. Lesser qualified candidates may be under-implemented.

Travel is a requirement, and the incumbent must be willing to work away from home for periods of two weeks at a time. Must be willing to work extra hours and weekend shifts.

An eligibility list may be established for up to one year for opportunities that become available at all locations (Abbotsford, Duncan, Clearwater, Fort Steele, Summerland, and/or Vanderhoof).

This opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants, and applications will be accepted until November 26, 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue to the next phase of the recruitment process will be contacted.