Fish Culturist II(RFT)-YKFP

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation•Prosser, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fish Culturist II supports the Hatchery Manager and work unit in operating and maintaining fish hatcheries for the Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project. The position performs manual and technical fish-production work and provides scheduled care for fish and hatchery facilities. The role is regular, full-time, and located in Prosser.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of fish hatchery experience.
Pass a pre-employment drug test.
Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License and be able to obtain a Yakama Nation Tribal Driving Permit.
Knowledge of various fish species, common fish diseases and usual treatments, fish-care and propagation practices, and equipment and supplies used to maintain buildings and grounds.
Ability to operate and maintain machinery and equipment used in hatchery operations; direct and work with other employees; understand and carry out written and oral instructions; and maintain simple records.

Nice To Haves

Enrolled Yakama applicants receive preference; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Remove, weigh, and sort fish eggs; care for eggs and fry in incubators; and transfer fry from troughs to ponds.
Prepare food and feed fish.
Net and mark a percentage of fry before transporting them to acclimation sites for release and downstream migration.
Detect fish diseases, administer prescribed treatments, dissect dead or spawned-out salmon to check for diseased livers and retained eggs, and collect samples for disease analysis.
Trap and select adult salmon for brood stock.
Operate an eyeing or egg-taking station as a subunit of a regular hatchery.
Maintain fish-propagation records, including pond loss, weight and size gains, medications, diets, and water temperature.
Clean ponds, troughs, trays, screens, and racks; mend nets and traps; mow lawns; and repair and paint buildings and equipment.
Operate mechanical equipment, including pumps, grinders, power mowers, forklifts, and light automotive equipment.
Abide by Yakama Nation Rules and Regulations.