Hatchery & Fish & Wildlife Technician | Outdoor Field Work

Texas A&M International; Graford (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician I–III for hatchery operations in Texas. The role supports propagation, rearing and distribution of fish, and assists in field and lab work under supervision.

The position requires high school completion, driver license, and may require advanced duties for higher levels. Candidates must perform outdoor work, manage equipment, and maintain water-quality data.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED.
• FWT IA: No experience required.
• FWT IB: Two years of relevant experience.
• FWT II: Four years of relevant experience.
• FWT III: Five years as TPWD Technician II with advanced duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in propagation, rearing and distribution of fish.
• Monitor and record water quality.
• Perform data collection and record fish samples.
• Maintain grounds, facilities, and equipment; complete admin duties.

Skills

Fish knowledge

Vehicle maintenance

Data recording

Communication

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Fisheries Science (preferred)

Tools

Hatchery equipment

Job description

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician I–III for hatchery operations in Texas. The role supports propagation, rearing and distribution of fish, and assists in field and lab work under supervision.

The position requires high school completion, driver license, and may require advanced duties for higher levels. Candidates must perform outdoor work, manage equipment, and maintain water-quality data.