$3,132.00 – $4,119.00 Monthly<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Chelan County \u2013 Chelan, WA<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Full Time – Non-Permanent<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
2026-04139<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Dept. of Fish and Wildlife<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
05\/14\/2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
5\/21\/2026 11:59 PM Pacific<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nClassification- <\/strong>Fish Hatchery Technician\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
Job Status- <\/strong>Full-Time – Non-Permanent<\/p>\n
Appointment Length-<\/strong>\u00a03 months\u00a0<\/strong>– May 26, 2026 \u2013 August 31, 2026
WDFW Program-\u00a0<\/strong>Fish\u00a0<\/strong>Program \u2013 Hatcheries Division
Duty Station-<\/strong> Chelan, Washington \u2013 Chelan County \u2013 Chelan Hatchery<\/p>\nLearn more about being a member of Team WDFW<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n
\nPhoto Caption: Chelan Hatchery Round Pool \u2013 Photo Credit: WDFW<\/em><\/p>\n
This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and foundational knowledge in fisheries management.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Envision yourself at Chelan Hatchery, collaborating with dedicated hatchery staff to support fish culture operations and assist in maintaining hatchery equipment and facilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n
What to Expect-<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the\u00a0Fish Hatchery Technician will,\u00a0<\/p>\n
Conduct Fish Culture:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Feed fish according to pond populations and weight samples, adjusting feed size and amount fed as directed.<\/li>\n
- Assist in identifying, sorting, and sampling species for spawning and adult distribution.<\/li>\n
- Clean ponds and raceways, troughs, and incubator systems to maintain fish health.<\/li>\n
- Vacuum ponds and raceways to maintain fish health.<\/li>\n
- Identify marked adults and collect tags\/marks for biological sampling.<\/li>\n
- Assist in inventorying and grading fish populations, marking trailer inventories, weight samples and plants.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Pick eggs loss by hand or using equipment and incubates for facility programs or shipments.<\/li>\n
- Assist in identifying all targeted and non-targeted species, gender, stock origin and condition of maturity when trapping and spawning adults<\/li>\n
- Monitor rearing units for signs of predation and ensure rearing areas are secure.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Assist in scanning fish for various tags using coded wire tag (CWT) wands, passive integrated transponder (PIT) tag detectors, and other tag associated equipment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Operation and Maintenance of Facility and Equipment:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Maintain proper water flow and rearing environments.<\/li>\n
- Actively identify safety hazards and acts or recommends remedies.<\/li>\n
- Perform maintenance duties in and around hatchery and residences to preserve a clean and safe working environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Working Conditions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
Work setting, including hazards:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Typically working outside and may involve work in inclement weather conditions.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- At times, this position will be required to repetitively lift at least 50lbs (fish food bags).\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Use respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE) while working with various chemicals used at the facility.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Schedule:\u00a0<\/strong>Typically Monday \u2013 Friday, 7:00 A.M. \u2013 3:30 P.M., working 40 hours per week. \u00a0Schedule may vary based on business needs, time of year, and\/or weather conditions including the occasional evening or weekend work as needed.<\/p>\n
Travel Requirements:<\/strong> Travel as needed to meet work demands (E.g. \u2013 day trips for planting fish).\u00a0<\/p>\n
Tools and Equipment:\u00a0<\/strong>Power and hand tools, lawn care equipment, egg picking machines, passenger vehicles, coded wire tag (CWT) identification equipment, trash pumps, pressure washers, diesel generators, small gas engine and computers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Customer Interactions:\u00a0<\/strong>Interact professionally with anglers, DFW staff including district biologists and fish health staff, US Fish and Wildlife (USFWS), tribal partners, and other federal, county, state entities.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Required Qualifications:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
High School Diploma or GED.<\/p>\n
Certifications\/Licenses:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Valid Driver\u2019s License.<\/p>\n
Preferred Qualifications:<\/strong><\/p>\n
In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Minimum of six (6) months of experience working at a fish hatchery.<\/p>\n
Your application must include the following:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n
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- A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.<\/li>\n
- An up-to-date resume.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- At least three professional references with current contact information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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In addition to\u00a0pay<\/a>\u00a0and other\u00a0special employee programs<\/a>, there are other\u00a0benefits<\/a>\u00a0that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the \u201cBenefits\u201d tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.<\/p>\n
Important Note:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: \u00a0https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-9-central\/form-i-9-acceptable-documents<\/a><\/p>\n
Union – <\/strong>WAFHP:<\/strong><\/p>\n
These positions are in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Hatchery Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish Hatchery Professionals (WAFHP).<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/p>\nVeteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
Per RCW 73.16.010<\/strong><\/a> Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n
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- Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Veterans only \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.\n
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- Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse\/veteran (example: 2024-1234 \u2013 Biologist 1 \u2013 Veteran)<\/li>\n
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n
As part of WDFW\u2019s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. \u00a0Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. \u00a0All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.<\/em><\/p>\n
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. \u00a0We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. \u00a0Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.<\/em><\/p>\n
Request an accommodation: <\/strong>Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.<\/p>\n
Technical Difficulties: <\/strong>If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or\u00a0support@neogov.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Other questions: <\/strong>If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to\u00a0Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov<\/a> and reference job #2026-04139.<\/p>\n
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