Seasonal Fish Culturist

Southern SE Regional Aquaculture Association • Ketchikan, AK

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the hatchery management team, the Seasonal Fish Culturist carries out assignments supporting the daily operations of freshwater and saltwater hatchery rearing activities and related projects. Work may include remote camp assignments and assisting with transport of fry, smolt, and eggs to other SSRAA hatchery facilities and remote rearing sites. The position shares in 24/7 site coverage as needed and may assist in supervising new hires. This position description is a communication tool rather than an employment contract; SSRAA is an at-will employer, and assignments and priorities may change.

Requirements

• Demonstrated job experience applicable to hatchery work.
• Ability to learn general principles and practices of fisheries science, including practical scientific sampling and analysis.
• Self-starter who is safety conscious and able to multitask.
• Ability to recognize critical components of a process and adapt as needed.
• Ability to work as part of a team and solve problems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when appropriate.
• Effective communication skills and ability to handle stress effectively.
• Ability to perform physical and repetitive work, stand and walk for long periods, and lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, bend, stretch, climb, and sometimes work in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift and carry more than 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of full-time work at a production-scale salmonid hatchery.
• An associate degree in aquaculture or a related field; previous related work experience may be considered instead of a degree.
• Skill in general operation and maintenance of cultural, scientific, and field equipment.
• Basic hand and power tool skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and spreadsheets.
• Small boat operation experience.
• Basic maintenance knowledge, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks needed for daily freshwater and saltwater hatchery production activities.
• Assist with transporting fry, smolt, and eggs to SSRAA hatchery facilities and remote rearing sites.
• Sample fish stocks; perform routine daily checks; clean raceways and net pens; feed fish; administer drug treatments; and apply good fish culture techniques.
• Carry out egg incubation activities, including egg takes, egg picking, egg disinfection and fungus control, and seeding incubators at densities specified by the hatchery manager.
• Maintain accurate records of cultural activities, including wastewater monitoring, incubation records, sampling data, daily mortality, drug treatments, feed inventory, and assigned routine system checks.
• Assist with maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Assist in supervising new hires when assigned.
• Share in 24/7 site coverage as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed