Fish and Wildlife Technician 2

West Virginia; Chester (WV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildlife Resources/Reeds Creek Hatchery in West Virginia is seeking a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to support the hatching, growing, and distribution of fish. You will assist with spawning, grading, growth and health monitoring, and perform maintenance of hatchery facilities and equipment.

A CDL with tank endorsement may be required to transport fish. Ideal candidates have an Associate of Science in fish/wildlife management or related field, or a high school diploma with relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in fish or wildlife management, natural resources management, fish culture, agriculture or related field.
• High school diploma or the equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Spawn fish, grade, monitor growth, and health of hatchery-reared fish.
• Load fish into hauling tanks on trucks and transport fingerlings and catchable size fish.
• Release fish into specified waters and perform routine maintenance of hatchery buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Lead small groups on projects as required and maintain compliance with safety and licensing requirements.

Skills

lead worker

fish culture

fish disease experience

supervisory experience

Education

Associate of Science degree in fish or wildlife management

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Wildlife Resources/Reeds Creek Hatchery

Under general supervision of the Fish Culturist 3 at the Reeds Creek Hatchery, the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 performs skilled work in hatching, growing and distributing fish, and general maintenance of fish hatchery buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work includes spawning of fish, grading, monitoring growth, condition, and health of hatchery reared fish. Loads fish into hauling tanks on trucks; transports fingerlings and catchable size fish and releases them into specific waters. Work can be physically demanding and performed in varying climatic conditions. Incumbent may be required to be a lead worker to small groups on specific projects. Incumbent must have a valid driver's license and will be required to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with tank endorsement. Performs related work as required.

Training:

• Associate of Science degree from a regionally accredited college or university in fish or wildlife management, natural resources management, fish culture, agriculture or related field.
• Substitution: High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in fish or wildlife management, fish culture or agriculture.

Special Requirement:

• A valid driver's license is required. May be required to obtain a commercial driver's license. May be required to successfully complete special natural resource police officer training and pistol qualification requirements as established by the Division of Natural Resources, Law Enforcement Section.

Preference will be given to candidates with supervisory, fish culture, and fish disease experience. Preference also given to candidates with a strong background in trade skills and equipment operations.

PG: 10 $32,862 - $56,373

Market Rate: $50,288