Fisheries Seasonal Technicians

The Wildlife Society, Inc.; North Dakota; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Wildlife Society, Inc. in North Dakota is seeking Fisheries seasonal technicians to support fisheries management, ANS management and development projects (boat ramps, docks, piers).

You will assist with population testing, habitat work, equipment maintenance, and waterbody signage across statewide sites. Essential duties include handling nets and gear, loading boats, conducting inspections, and operating a range of heavy and small equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds over head.
• Must be at least 18 years old on start date.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work alone with limited supervision.
• Ability to work long, irregular hours outdoors, under adverse weather conditions and occasionally overnight.
• Basic skills/knowledge to learn to operate equipment with minimal training.

Responsibilities

• Assist fisheries personnel with reproduction and population test netting, trap, and transport of different fish species, limnological sampling, and spawning activities.
• Loading and unloading boats, nets, and other equipment.
• Assist with habitat enhancement.
• Fisheries equipment and gear maintenance (including net repair).
• General maintenance of buildings and other equipment at District Offices.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lift 50 lbs

Valid driver’s license

Work outdoors in all weather

Learn to operate equipment with little

Basic computer skills

Job description

Fisheries seasonal technician opportunities exist in the following areas: fisheries management, ANS management and fisheries development (boat ramps, docks, and piers).

Fisheries management – essential functions:

• Assist fisheries personnel with reproduction and population test netting, trap, and transport of different fish species, limnological sampling, and spawning activities. Work may involve creel surveys and data compilation
• Loading and unloading boats, nets, and other equipment
• Assist with habitat enhancement
• Fisheries equipment and gear maintenance (including net repair)
• General maintenance of buildings and other equipment at District Offices

Aquatic Nuisance Species – essential functions:

• Conduct watercraft inspections to prevent ANS introductions
• Educate water users about ANS and the laws and best practices to prevent their spread
• Assist fisheries professionals with ANS early detection surveys

Fisheries Development (boat ramps, docks, piers) – essential functions:

• Construction of related facilities include boat ramps, parking areas, turnaround areas, roads, and placement of required materials
• Operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment which includes compact track loaders, backhoes, pay loaders, etc. to accomplish program activities
• Signing at waterbodies throughout the state
• Maintenance of deteriorated ramps, signs, courtesy docks, fishing piers, etc.
• Operation of power tools and small engines tools
• Maintenance of heavy equipment and small engines

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds over their head and possess a valid driver’s license. Must be at least 18 years old on their start date. Basic skills/knowledge required for these positions are the ability to work alone with limited supervision, learn to operate equipment with minimal training, and the ability to represent the department in a professional manner. Individuals must be capable of working long, irregular hours outdoors, under adverse weather conditions and occasionally overnight.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given for: Applicants enrolled at, or a recent graduate of a college or university majoring in an aquatic biology related field. Students should be in good academic standing with knowledge of basic fish management principles and practices and basic computer skills.