Salmon Hatchery Technician — Field Ops & Conservation

State of Washington; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Washington is seeking a Fish Hatchery Technician at the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery in Salkum, WA. This full-time, non-permanent position supports juvenile rearing, raceway maintenance, and spawning season tasks as part of the Hatcheries Division.

Work is outdoors in all weather, requiring lifting and physical activity. The role offers a 40-hour work week, with occasional evenings or weekends, and a 5-month appointment through April 2027.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience in a hatchery setting preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with weighing and feeding juvenile salmonids.
• Select eggs and move fry from incubators to rearing raceways.
• Assist with juvenile weight samples and CVs.
• Clean raceways and ponds; operate cleaning equipment.
• Support adult spawning activities and Net Pen work.

Skills

Hatchery experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

The State of Washington is seeking a Fish Hatchery Technician at the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery in Salkum, WA. This full-time, non-permanent position supports juvenile rearing, raceway maintenance, and spawning season tasks as part of the Hatcheries Division.

Work is outdoors in all weather, requiring lifting and physical activity. The role offers a 40-hour work week, with occasional evenings or weekends, and a 5-month appointment through April 2027.