Fish Technician II (2) Chandler-Roza YKFP

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

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fish Technician II works at one of three acclimation sites in the upper Yakima River Basin and is responsible for residing at the site five days a week. The position works with Cle Elum Hatchery personnel to maintain the hatchery and its acclimation sites and supports spawning, incubation, rearing, and release of up to 800,000 Spring Chinook annually. Work is performed year-round and may include weekends, nights, and holidays. The technician also assists other field crews with trap operations, fish tagging and marking, spawning-ground surveys, and predation work.

The role includes maintaining a juvenile fish acclimation site by preparing feed and feeding fish, maintaining adequate water flow, taking and recording daily water readings, cleaning the site, removing snow, and maintaining the facility. The technician also assists other YKFP fish crews with tasks throughout the Yakima River basin. The position requires strong work habits, self-motivation, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather and perform physical labor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a Fish Technician I or equivalent-level natural resources fieldwork.
• Knowledge of salmonid life history patterns and identification of Yakima fish species.
• Knowledge of fish culture techniques.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with co-workers, other tribal employees, tribal members, other agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical labor.
• Strong work habits and self-motivation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License and be able to obtain a Yakama Tribal Driver's permit.

Nice To Haves

• Yakama enrolled preference; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a juvenile fish acclimation site, including preparing feed and feeding fish, maintaining water flow, taking and recording daily water readings, cleaning, snow removal, and general facility upkeep.
• Work with Cle Elum Hatchery personnel to maintain the hatchery and its acclimation sites.
• Assist with spawning, incubating, rearing, and releasing Spring Chinook.
• Assist field crews with trap operations, fish tagging and marking, spawning-ground surveys, and predation work.
• Assist other YKFP fish crews with tasks in the Yakima River basin.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED