Fish Hatchery Technician: Propagation & Health Analysis

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Utah; On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Ouray National Fish Hatchery in Randlett, UT seeks a Biological Science Technician (Fish) to support native fish recovery efforts in the Upper Colorado River Basin.

You will assist with hatchery operations, collect biological and environmental data, operate and maintain aquaculture equipment, and participate in data summaries for biological review. Duties are developmental in nature below the full performance level.

Responsibilities

• Assists in hatchery fish culture operations, including breeding, rearing, feeding, cleaning, caring for fertilized eggs, and observing fish behavior to support propagation programs.

Job description

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Ouray National Fish Hatchery in Randlett, UT seeks a Biological Science Technician (Fish) to support native fish recovery efforts in the Upper Colorado River Basin.

You will assist with hatchery operations, collect biological and environmental data, operate and maintain aquaculture equipment, and participate in data summaries for biological review. Duties are developmental in nature below the full performance level.