Fisheries Technician: Dam Sampling & Data Reports

KOMAN Family of Companies; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k with match

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

KOMAN Family of Companies is seeking two experienced Fisheries Technicians for full-time work at Lower Granite Dam, WA. The position requires night and day shifts, weekend work, and potential overtime through the season. Housing may be provided near Little Goose Dam.

Qualified candidates will have a natural resources degree and experience with fish sampling, data reporting, and MS Office tools. EPA clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a fisheries technician or biologist.
• Experience with fish handling and anesthetizing fish.
• Ability to work at a large hydroelectric project smolt collection facility.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Access).
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Detail oriented and able to follow established protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sampling fish at hydroelectric projects and identify species.
• Record data in spreadsheets and help write weekly/annual fish reports.
• Conduct juvenile/adult fishway inspections and document results.
• Identify piscivorous avian predators and assist with annual reports.
• Assist with fish recovery during dam maintenance and facility upkeep.

Skills

Fisheries experience

Fish handling

Anesthetizing fish

Independent worker

Collaborative team player

Attention to detail

Follow protocols

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in natural resources

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

KOMAN Family of Companies is seeking two experienced Fisheries Technicians for full-time work at Lower Granite Dam, WA. The position requires night and day shifts, weekend work, and potential overtime through the season. Housing may be provided near Little Goose Dam.

Qualified candidates will have a natural resources degree and experience with fish sampling, data reporting, and MS Office tools. EPA clearance may be required.