Fish Hatchery Technician II

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation; Prosser (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP) in Prosser, WA is hiring a Fish Culturist II to support hatchery operations under the Hatchery Manager. Responsibilities include handling eggs and fry, disease checks, brood stock selection, and maintaining propagation records.

The role requires applying care to fish and facilities, operating hatchery equipment, and adhering to Yakama Nation rules. This is a regular full-time, hourly position based in Prosser.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various species of fish and disease patterns.
• Ability to operate and maintain hatchery machinery and equipment.
• Ability to direct and work with other employees.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Maintain simple records such as pond losses and temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Hatchery Manager in day-to-day hatchery operations.
• Care for fish and facilities as scheduled.
• Maintain pond, troughs, trays, screens, and racks; clean and repair as needed.
• Operate pumps, grinders, mowers, forklift and light vehicles.
• Record weights, sizes, and medications; monitor water temperature.
• Follow Yakama Nation Rules and Regulations.

Skills

Fish species knowledge

Machinery operation

Team collaboration

Written and oral instructions

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years fish hatchery experience

Job description

Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP) in Prosser, WA is hiring a Fish Culturist II to support hatchery operations under the Hatchery Manager. Responsibilities include handling eggs and fry, disease checks, brood stock selection, and maintaining propagation records.

The role requires applying care to fish and facilities, operating hatchery equipment, and adhering to Yakama Nation rules. This is a regular full-time, hourly position based in Prosser.