Fish Hatchery Technician - George Adams Hatchery - Non-Permanent - 2026-05018

State of Washington•Mason County – Shelton, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist with basic technical, scientific, and maintenance duties at the George Adams Hatchery facility as we rear juvenile salmon, maintain raceways, and handle adult fish during spawning season. Be a part of fish conservation efforts in Washington state while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a hatchery setting.
Knowledge of basic fish culture techniques and rearing procedures.
Knowledge of water dynamics (such as flows, flow patterns, availability, and temperature).
Knowledge of specialized instrument calibration (such as scales and dissolved oxygen meters).
Basic skills in computer software, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
Basic math skills, to calculate and understand quantities and proportions.
Basic skills in the safe and proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Feed fish according to the pond populations and weight samples, adjusting the size and amount as directed.
Monitor egg and fish production, disinfect equipment, and enumerate eggs.
Assist in identifying, sorting, and sampling species for spawning and adult distribution.
Clean ponds and raceways, troughs, and incubator systems to maintain fish health.
Identify marked adults and collect tags/marks for biological sampling.
Assist in inventorying, weight samples, and plants.
Pick egg loss by hand or using equipment and incubate eggs for facility programs or shipments.
Assist in loading fish for transport using a variety of methods, such as a diesel fish pump.
Monitor rearing units for signs of predation and ensure rearing areas are secure.
Maintain proper water flow and rearing environments.
Actively identify safety hazards and take action or recommend remedies.
Perform maintenance duties in and around the hatchery and residences to preserve a clean and safe working environment.
Service and maintain small gas engines and hatchery-related equipment.
Wear and use employee safety equipment as directed including inspecting, cleaning, and repairing the equipment.
Record data daily, to include feeding, mortalities in rearing units, and water temperatures.
Report changes in fish behavior and rearing environments to supervisors.