Description:

FISHBIO is seeking a qualified Fisheries Technician to join our Oakdale, CA office. We conduct long-term monitoring programs, habitat restoration projects, and various fisheries studies aimed at managing and recovering salmonid populations in the Central Valley. Key tasks include operating rotary screw traps, wire fyke traps, fish passage weirs, conducting redd and snorkel surveys, marking and tagging fish, and performing electrofishing surveys. Additional duties may involve reporting, data synthesis, and field sampling for ongoing projects.
 
 
 
 

Requirements/Basic Qualifications:

Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs

General knowledge of salmonids and California freshwater fishes

Proficient swimming skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexible work schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays)

Ability to work independently in the field

Experience and physical ability to collect field data (e.g., fisheries monitoring, water quality, surveying, hydraulics/hydrology)

Detail-oriented with a commitment to accurate record-keeping

Adherence to stringent safety and procedural protocols

Regular check-in/check-out calls

Periodic review of safety plans and job hazards

Valid driver’s license

 

 

Desired Qualifications:

Degree or pursuing a degree in fisheries biology, aquatic biology/ecology, or a related field

Knowledge of California rivers, the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, and native/non-native fish species

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and statistical software

Experience with rotary screw trap installation, operation, and retrieval

Whitewater experience and swiftwater rescue training

Experience working in remote locations under adverse conditions (e.g., high flows, cold, inclement weather)

Creative problem-solving, resourceful, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment

Experience in construction, metal work, or electrical work