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Idaho Fish and Game

Fish Hatchery Biological Aide - Pahsimeroi

    • Pahsimeroi Hatchery
    Until Filled
    Employment type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time
    Salary: $15.00 per hour
    Employment Dates: to

About the position

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This job announcement will remain open until the position has been filled. Applications will be periodically reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit their applications as soon as possible. 

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking Biological Aide. This position will be located at our Pahsimeroi Fish Hatchery located in May, Idaho. This is a Non-Benefitted Biological Aide temporary position and is expected to work 40 hours per week. Housing is available for the employee only. No pets.

Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.

General Information
Some positions may travel to remote locations for data collection and maintenance activities; stand and work in cold water for up to eight hours per shift; hitch and pull trailers; lift and carry up to 60+ pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; and work in extreme weather conditions. Operate motorized equipment including landscaping equipment, and/or UTVs. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Incumbents working at fish hatcheries work with toxic chemicals and around heavy dust, high voltage, loud noises, and slippery surfaces.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Some knowledge of biology, zoology, botany, conservation biology or closely related field
• Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish and wildlife species
• Experience interacting with the public in a professional setting
• Experience operating ATVs, boats, snowmobiles, tractors, trail bikes, trailers, and/or UTVs
• Some knowledge of animal husbandry
• Experience performing grounds or building maintenance
• Experience diagnosing and repairing minor mechanical problems
• Experience building and/or maintaining fencing
• Experience operating flood or sprinkler irrigation systems
• Experience operating chainsaws and other power tools
Responsibilities
• Perform routine fish culture duties at a Steelhead and Chinook Salmon fish hatchery and Trap.
• Assisting with trapping and spawning of Summer Chinook and Steelhead.
• Feeding Fish
• Cleaning Vats
• Data Collection
• Data Entry
• Loading adult fish for release or distribution
• Maintaining grounds and equipment
• Operating Lawn care and landscaping equipment
• Pressure washing raceway walls
• Occasional data entry.

How To Apply

  1. Complete an IDFG Application for Temporary Employment (see link below)
  2. Submit a cover letter, a resume, three professional or academic references, and a completed IDFG Application for Temporary Employment via email (preferred) or by mail to:
    • Idaho Department of Fish and Game
    • Attention: Conrad Robbins
    • 71 Fish Hatchery Lane
    • May, ID 83253

EEO/Veteran’s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.

URL: https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary

Contact: Conrad Robbins
Email: conrad.robbins@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-320-6212