Fisheries Technician – two openings, West Fork Environmental (Tumwater, WA)
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Job Announcement: Fisheries Technician – Two Openings
Responsibilities: Assisting in the setup, operation, and maintenance of rotary screw traps on the Olympic Peninsula.
Primary Duties:
- Identify, enumerate, measure, and weigh juvenile salmonids
- Mark fish using fin clips and visual implant elastomer (VIE) tags
- Record biological information
- Data entry using Microsoft Excel
- Maintain field equipment and fleet vehicles
- Perform at a high level during inclement weather
- Adhere to all safety protocols
Qualifications: The successful candidates will have an undergraduate degree in fisheries or related field or the equivalent from job experience and training. Individuals that have experience operating fish traps, collecting biological data from juvenile salmonids and familiarity with juvenile salmonid identification will receive preference. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for the positions.
General Information: Positions have a high likelihood of extending into the fall depending on job performance and other ongoing projects within the company. Lodging and meals are provided at remote work locations.
Compensation: $20.00 – $24.00 per hour plus overtime, depending on experience.
Duration: March 27 – June 30.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Application: Submit an electronic letter of interest and resume to jarrod@westforkenv.com
Web link: www.westforkenv.com/careers