Fish Technician III(2) Positions -FRM Twisp

Announcement #2026-166 · Issued 10-21-26 · Open until filled · Hourly wage: $18.23–$20.52 (Regular, Full-Time) · Location: Twisp, WA

About the role

Responsible for a variety of technical and skilled tasks associated with the Mid-Columbia Coho Restoration project in the Methow Basin. Participate in Coho production and research activities, including broodstock collection, transport, spawning, egg incubation, and juvenile rearing at both a hatchery and natural pond environment. Operate and maintain field equipment, collect and record legible field data, and perform data input and analysis related to Coho operations. Participate in monitoring and evaluation duties such as spawning ground surveys, snorkel surveys, and various stock assessments. Must be willing and able to work independently as well as nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Function as a lead technician on Fisheries projects; oversee field operations and fisheries technicians in the absence of the Project Biologist
• Ensure applicable procedures and standards are followed in all field activities (juvenile acclimation, broodstock collection, egg incubation, spawning ground surveys, snorkel surveys, biological sampling)
• Conduct sampling of juvenile and adult salmonids (length, weight, scale sample, genetic sample, stage of smoltification)
• Work productively alongside Yakama Nation and other agency employees on cooperative research and field studies
• Enter data, check for errors, create charts, tables, and graphs using Microsoft Excel
• Import spreadsheets, create forms, tables, and analyze data via queries using Microsoft Access
• Operate and maintain field equipment: waders, dry suits, rafts, GPS units, coded wire tag detectors, PIT tag detectors
• Record field data legibly on data sheets and/or daily log books (fish length, weight, sex, etc.)
• Operate assigned vehicle safely and maintain it in good condition
• Perform field identification of juvenile and adult salmonids
• Acclimate juvenile Coho and Chinook
• Clean and maintain fish raceways and fish traps
• Conduct stream snorkel surveys
• Trap, collect, and transport adult Coho and sockeye
• Spawn broodstock and assist with Coho egg incubation
• Apply passive integrated transponder (PIT) tags and Floy tags to juvenile/adult salmonids
• Enter data into various databases
• Assist with new projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Two years prior work experience at a Fish Technician II level
• Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License with ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving Permit
• Live in or relocate within proximity (preferably within ½-hour driving distance) of the Mid-Columbia Field Station in Twisp, WA
• Enrolled Yakama preference applies; all qualified applicants encouraged to apply

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Access and Excel for input and analysis of collected field data
• Knowledge of fish species identification and sexual characteristics
• Skill in white water rafting and water safety procedures
• Ability to use standard Fisheries equipment: PIT tag readers, coded wire tag (CWT) detectors, GPS units
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of standard Fisheries principles and procedures
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to organize and oversee work assignments of other technicians
• Ability to keep accurate data and produce summary reports
• Ability to work tactfully with the public
• Ability to perform duties without direct supervision
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. on a daily basis
• Ability to adhere to an assigned work schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to report to work on a moment’s notice if and when need arises

Pay & Schedule

Hourly wage range: $18.23–$20.52. Regular, full-time position. Schedule includes nights, weekends, and holidays; must be available on short notice.