Hatchery Technician II — Fish Culture & Field Operations

State of West Virginia; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowden Fish Hatchery in West Virginia seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to hatch, grow, and distribute fish, and to maintain hatchery facilities under the supervision of the Fish Culturist 3. Responsibilities include spawning, grading, monitoring health, loading fish for transport, and releasing fingerlings into waters.

The role requires an Associate of Science degree in fish or wildlife management or a high school diploma with four years of relevant experience; a valid driver's license is

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in fish or wildlife management or related field.
• Or high school diploma with four years of relevant experience.
• Must hold a valid driver's license; may require CDL with tank endorsement.
• Experience in fish culture, management, or agriculture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hatch and rear fish; monitor growth, health, and condition of hatchery stocks.
• Load fish into hauling tanks, transport fingerlings and catchable fish to release sites.
• Perform routine maintenance of hatchery buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• May act as lead worker on projects; regular attendance required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fish culture knowledge

Fish disease experience

Education

Associate of Science degree in fish or wildlife management

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class B CDL with tank endorsement

Job description

Bowden Fish Hatchery in West Virginia seeks a Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 to hatch, grow, and distribute fish, and to maintain hatchery facilities under the supervision of the Fish Culturist 3. Responsibilities include spawning, grading, monitoring health, loading fish for transport, and releasing fingerlings into waters.

The role requires an Associate of Science degree in fish or wildlife management or a high school diploma with four years of relevant experience; a valid driver's license is