Seasonal Fish Hatchery Technician - Outdoor Training

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Coaldale (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Fish Culturist 1 to support Reynoldsdale Fish Hatchery with hands-on training and field duties. You will learn fish netting, sorting, and weighing, set up incubators, and assist with stocking in public waters.

Seasonal, full-time work runs 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend or holiday hours. A valid PA driver's license and a CDL before probation are required; this role may lead to full-time employment after training.

Qualifications

• CDL required to operate 26,000 lb+ vehicles before probation.
• High school diploma or GED completed.

Responsibilities

• Learn methods for netting, sorting, grading, and weighing fish.
• Help set up incubators and maintain rearing systems.
• Assist operating stocking vehicles and life support systems.
• Monitor water quality in ponds, raceways, and holding tanks.
• Perform general maintenance such as carpentry, plumbing, cleaning, and grounds care.
• Prepare fish and assist with stocking in public waters.

Skills

CDL required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Fish Culturist 1 to support Reynoldsdale Fish Hatchery with hands-on training and field duties. You will learn fish netting, sorting, and weighing, set up incubators, and assist with stocking in public waters.

Seasonal, full-time work runs 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend or holiday hours. A valid PA driver's license and a CDL before probation are required; this role may lead to full-time employment after training.