Alaska Fish Culture Technician - Hatchery & Field Ops

FISHBIO; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) has an opening for an on-site Fish Culturist at Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery near Homer, Alaska. This regular, full-time position supports operation, maintenance, and safe practices at the hatchery.

Under supervision, the Fish Culturist assists in broodstock collection, spawning, and daily culture activities using best practices, while maintaining records and safety. Strong outdoor capability is required.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of applied fishery biology.
• Working knowledge of basic construction techniques.
• Good mechanical and boating skills.
• Ability to operate fishery and water quality sampling gear.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assists in all maintenance activities to provide for the facility and equipment readiness.
• Assists with maintaining records of all fish culture and maintenance activities.
• Responds to emergency and process alarms.
• Assists in broodstock collection and spawning.
• Conducts all fish culture activities utilizing best practices.
• Conducts periodic safety inspections, maintains a safe working environment, and may provide orientation and safety training of personnel.
• Safely operates heavy equipment and boats.
• Assists with monthly APDES water sampling to ensure water quality standards.
• Responsible for site management in the absence of the Assistant Hatchery Manager and Hatchery Manager.
• May lead Fisheries Technician I-Hatchery positions.

Skills

Fisheries biology

Construction techniques

Mechanical skills

Boating skills

Water sampling gear

Excel & Word

Communication

CPR & First Aid

Education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) has an opening for an on-site Fish Culturist at Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery near Homer, Alaska. This regular, full-time position supports operation, maintenance, and safe practices at the hatchery.

Under supervision, the Fish Culturist assists in broodstock collection, spawning, and daily culture activities using best practices, while maintaining records and safety. Strong outdoor capability is required.