09/23/2024 10/07/2024 Department of Fish and Wildlife $3,218.00 - $4,755.00 monthly Employee Fish and Wildlife Technician (Hatchery Technician), Underfill Option (two positions)

• Fish Rearing
• Handling of hatchery and wild adult brood stock.
• Incubation and egg handling
• Water systems maintenance and operations
• Perform preventive and/or corrective maintenance using hand tools and power equipment
• Repair, construct or manufacture special tools, equipment, and/or structures for fish culture use
• Fish Liberations
• Complete daily and monthly records, forms, and written reports to document fish culture and maintenance activities
• Meet and communicate with the public

• This position requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked daily, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary daily, but not necessarily each day, and does not exceed forty (40) hours in a workweek. Work exceeding 40 hours per week requires prior approval by the supervisor.
• Works irregular hours (some nights when necessary), weekends on a rotational basis, outdoors in inclement weather.
• This position requires the possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL). On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience section if you have a CDL. If the selected applicant does not possess a CDL, they are required to obtain this license within six months of hire and must retain it as a condition of continued employment in this position. The department provides a training program for drivers obtain their CDL and will train all new employees how to operate a department Commercial Motor Vehicle. The department does not pay the cost for the CDL however, the department will reimburse employees up to one-hundred dollars ($100) for the CDL examination fees and renewal licensing fees pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement 2021-2023 Letter of Agreement 00.00-19-338. The cost of the physical exam would be covered (usual, customary, and reasonable as determined by PEBB Medical Plans) if the employee is enrolled in an eligible PEBB Medical Plan. Pursuant to the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and Federal Highway Administration regulations, candidates must successfully pass a preemployment controlled substance test before being hired into this position. Additionally, employees required to hold a CDL will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up alcohol/controlled substance testing as a condition of employment.
• Required to lift objects such as bags of feed, cartons of chemicals, and pieces of equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Required to work in or near cold, deep or fast-moving water for extended periods of time.
• Must handle chemicals used for treatment of fish or disinfecting of equipment for disease control purposes.
• Must work with paint, vehicle fuel, lubricants and solvents during routine maintenance activities.
• Must make trips off station, sometimes overnight, for liberations, spawning, meetings and training.
• Required to climb ladders, and to stand, bend, stoop, and work in odd positions for periods of time.
• Must display a good sense of diplomacy when dealing with the public. Works on weekends and may have to respond to emergency situations while working alone.

• Experience working with eggs and fry, adult fish and fish liberation
• Experience with water systems and maintenance
• Experience operating electronic or mechanical equipment
• Experience collecting and recording data and writing summary reports
• Experience working with the public

• If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year).You may be disqualified if your experience listed in your resume, or the “Job History” section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.
• You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts and cover letters can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.
• For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application,

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• If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.
• Current State of Oregon Applicants: The contact information that is prefilled on your application is typically your work email and work phone number. Be sure to check your state email and Workday notifications for your status regarding the recruitment process. If you are away from the office or unable to check your state email account for an extended period, contact the HR Recruitment Unit and the hiring manager to let them know your personal email and phone number where you can be contacted. This will help to ensure you do not miss out on any correspondence that may be related to an interview. If you apply for a position as an internal applicant and then terminate while the recruitment is still in process, contact the Recruitment Unit to have your contact information updated.

• Criminal Records/DMV Check: Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.
• Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.
• Veterans: If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans' preference points visit

  Veteran Resources

  Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application. After you have applied, you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.
• Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are having trouble applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503.947.6051.
• The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
• If you have questions about this recruitment, please contact Hiring Manager: David Pease,

  david.a.pease@odfw.oregon.gov