Fish Technician II -YKFP

Yakama Nation Legends Casino; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP) is seeking a Fish Technician II to maintain juvenile acclimation sites and support hatchery work in the upper Yakima River Basin. You will collaborate with Cle Elum hatchery staff to spawn, incubate, rear and release up to 800k Spring Chinook annually, on a schedule that includes weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities include feeding and monitoring water flow, keeping records, and assisting other field crews with traps, tagging, surveys,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience as a Fish Technician I or equivalent level in natural resources fieldwork.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with Yakama Tribal permit eligibility.
• Yakama enrolled preference; all qualified applicants encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Reside at an acclimation site 5 days a week and work at one of three sites in the upper Yakima River Basin.
• Work with hatchery personnel to maintain acclimation sites; assist spawning, incubation, rear, and release of up to 800k Spring Chinook annually.
• Perform duties year-round; may work weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Assist other field crews with trap operations, fish tagging/marking, spawning ground surveys, and predation work.
• Maintain site through feeding fish, water flow, daily water readings, cleaning, and upkeep.

Skills

Salmonid life history knowledge

Fish culture techniques

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal relations

Outdoor work in all weather

Physical labor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fish Technician II

Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP)

Department of Natural Resources

Hourly Wage: $15.74-$17.72/Regular/Full-Time

Location: Yakima/Toppenish

Is responsible to reside for 5 days a week and work at one of three acclimation sites located in the upper Yakima River Basin. Work with Cle Elum hatchery personnel on various activities to maintain the hatchery and its acclimation sites. Work with hatchery crew to spawn, incubate, rear and release up to 800k Spring Chinook annually. This work is performed 365 days a year and may be required to work weekends, nights and holidays. Also, assist other field crews with trap operations, fish tagging/marking, spawning ground surveys and predation work. Also, assist other YKFP fish crews with other tasks in the Yakima River basin. Has strong work habits and is self‑motivated.

Examples Of Work Performed

Will be responsible for maintaining a juvenile fish acclimation site, this will include but not limited to; preparing feed and feeding fish, maintaining adequate water flow, take and record daily water reading, cleaning site, snow removal and overall up keep of the facility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of understanding salmonid life history patterns and Yakima fish species identification. Knowledge of fish culture techniques. Ability to develop effective working relationships with co‑workers, other tribal employees, tribal members, other agencies and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions. Ability to perform physical labor.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required One year of experience as a Fish Technician I or equivalent level in natural resources fieldwork required. Required to pass a pre‑employment drug test. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Tribal Driver's permit. Yakama enrolled preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Announcement #

2026-211

Issue Date

10-14-26

Closing Date

11-03-26

Fish Technician II

Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP)

Department of Natural Resources

Hourly Wage: $15.74-$17.72/Regular/Full-Time

Location: Yakima/Toppenish

Is responsible to reside for 5 days a week and work at one of three acclimation sites located in the upper Yakima River Basin. Work with Cle Elum hatchery personnel on various activities to maintain the hatchery and its acclimation sites. Work with hatchery crew to spawn, incubate, rear and release up to 800k Spring Chinook annually. This work is performed 365 days a year and may be required to work weekends, nights and holidays. Also, assist other field crews with trap operations, fish tagging/marking, spawning ground surveys and predation work. Also, assist other YKFP fish crews with other tasks in the Yakima River basin. Has strong work habits and is self‑motivated.

Examples Of Work Performed

Will be responsible for maintaining a juvenile fish acclimation site, this will include but not limited to; preparing feed and feeding fish, maintaining adequate water flow, take and record daily water reading, cleaning site, snow removal and overall up keep of the facility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of understanding salmonid life history patterns and Yakima fish species identification. Knowledge of fish culture techniques. Ability to develop effective working relationships with co‑workers, other tribal employees, tribal members, other agencies and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions. Ability to perform physical labor.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required One year of experience as a Fish Technician I or equivalent level in natural resources fieldwork required. Required to pass a pre‑employment drug test. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Tribal Driver's permit. Yakama enrolled preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.