Fish and Wildlife Technician (Bonneville Hatchery Technician) – Underfill option

Initial Posting Date:

03/18/2025

Application Deadline:

04/01/2025

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3705 - $5066

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Fish and Wildlife Technician (Bonneville Hatchery Technician) – Underfill option

Job Description:

Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

This permanent position with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is located at Bonneville Hatchery in Cascade Locks, OR.

The goal of this recruitment is to fill the position at the Fish & Wildlife Technician (FWT) level ($3705 - $5066/mo). However, we encourage candidates to apply for the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level ($3429 -$4207/mo.), as the department may consider under-filling the position.

Play a part in providing healthy fish for Oregon! Perform fish culture duties to meet production goals and maintain equipment, grounds and buildings. 

What you will do:
In this position, you will work outside to provide care for fish through the complete hatchery cycle. This includes setting up rearing containers, monitoring oxygen and water flow levels, feeding fish, monitoring fish health, and transportation of fish via liberation trucks. You will also perform maintenance on grounds and eq