Fish Culturist 1 (Seasonal) - Reynoldsdale

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Bedford County, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fish Culturist 1 supports operations at Reynoldsdale Fish Hatchery through hands-on, structured training and practical work. Duties include learning fish handling and grading methods, helping maintain hatchery systems, assisting with equipment operation, monitoring fish and water conditions, maintaining the facility, and preparing and assisting with fish stocking in public waters. This is a seven-month seasonal, full-time assignment with an opportunity for advancement to a full-time position. The schedule is 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Some weekend, evening, and holiday work, as well as standby time, may be required. Telework is not available. The position does not provide medical benefits. Paid time off accrues after 750 regular (non-overtime) work hours in each calendar year.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent certification of formal training.
Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.
Obtain a Commercial Driver's License permitting operation of vehicles weighing 26,000 pounds or more before completing the probationary period.
Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
Be able to perform the essential job functions.
A conditional offer requires drug screening and satisfactory criminal history clearances, including Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and FBI fingerprint clearances.

Responsibilities

Learn methods for netting, sorting, grading, and weighing fish.
Help set up incubators and maintain fish-rearing systems.
Assist with operating stocking vehicles and life support systems.
Check ponds, raceways, and holding tanks for signs of disease or stress.
Perform general facility upkeep, including carpentry, plumbing, cleaning, and grounds care.
Prepare fish and assist with stocking them in public waters.