Hatchery Technician II: Fish Care & Propagation

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

Job summary

Department of Natural Resources is seeking a hatchery technician to support daily operations, care for fish, and assist in maintaining facilities in the Peshastin area. You will handle eggs and fry, feed fish, and help with transfers to acclimation sites for releases.

The role requires knowledge of fish propagation, ability to operate hatchery machinery, and strong record-keeping. A high school diploma and a valid license are required; pre-employment drug test is also noted.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various fish species and disease patterns.
• Ability to operate equipment used in hatchery operations.
• Experience maintaining records of pond losses, weights, and temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Support Hatchery Manager and assist in hatchery production and maintenance tasks.
• Handle eggs, fry, and feeding processes; transfer fry to ponds for release.
• Detect diseases and assist with treatments and sampling for analysis.
• Operate and maintain hatchery machinery such as pumps and grinders; perform building and grounds upkeep.

Skills

Fish hatchery knowledge

Equipment operation

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pumps

Job description

Department of Natural Resources is seeking a hatchery technician to support daily operations, care for fish, and assist in maintaining facilities in the Peshastin area. You will handle eggs and fry, feed fish, and help with transfers to acclimation sites for releases.

The role requires knowledge of fish propagation, ability to operate hatchery machinery, and strong record-keeping. A high school diploma and a valid license are required; pre-employment drug test is also noted.