Advanced Fish Hatchery Technician II

Yasama Nation; Peshastin (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Natural Resources in Washington is seeking a Fish Culturist II to support hatchery operations and care for fish and facilities. You will assist in egg handling, feeding, disease monitoring, and daily maintenance to ensure successful production cycles.

The role involves handling incubators, pond management, and equipment operation, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a multi‑person hatchery unit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Tribal Driving Permit (updated every 2 years).
• Preferred: Two years fish hatchery experience as a fish technician.
• Enrolled Yakama Preference encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Hatchery Manager and work unit in the operations and maintenance of the fish hatcheries.
• Perform a variety of duties involved in fish hatchery production, assisting in manual and technical work.
• Care for fish and facilities as scheduled.

Skills

Hatchery operations

Fish care

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pumps & equipment operation

Forklift

Incubation equipment

Job description

Department of Natural Resources in Washington is seeking a Fish Culturist II to support hatchery operations and care for fish and facilities. You will assist in egg handling, feeding, disease monitoring, and daily maintenance to ensure successful production cycles.

The role involves handling incubators, pond management, and equipment operation, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a multi‑person hatchery unit.