Toppenish, WA · On-site
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
Duties include harvest and catch monitoring, stream survey, marking fish, fish tagging and enumerating, environmental, monitoring and recording field data. Must possess initiative and ability to make ...
Toppenish, WA · On-site
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
Duties include harvest and catch monitoring, stream survey, marking fish, fish tagging and enumerating, environmental, monitoring and recording field data. Must possess initiative and ability to make ...
Toppenish, WA · On-site
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
Duties include harvest and catch monitoring, stream survey, marking fish, fish tagging and enumerating, environmental, monitoring and recording field data. Must possess initiative and ability to make ...
Toppenish, WA · On-site
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
Duties include harvest and catch monitoring, stream survey, marking fish, fish tagging and enumerating, environmental, monitoring and recording field data. Must possess initiative and ability to make ...
Toppenish, WA · On-site
$15.74 - $17.72/hr
Also, assist other field crews with trap operations, fish tagging/marking, spawning ground surveys and predation work. Examples of Work Performed: Will be responsible for maintaining a juvenile fish ...
Toppenish, WA · On-site
$15.74 - $17.72/hr
Also, assist other field crews with trap operations, fish tagging/marking, spawning ground surveys and predation work. Examples of Work Performed: Will be responsible for maintaining a juvenile fish ...
Tagging fish as needed * All other duties as assigned Requirements: * Must have reliable transportation to get to and from sites. * Must have excellent finger dexterity and be able to stand for full ...
Tagging fish as needed * All other duties as assigned Requirements: * Must have reliable transportation to get to and from sites. * Must have excellent finger dexterity and be able to stand for full ...
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
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$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
Lewiston, ID · On-site
$16.50 - $20/hr
Fish tagging * Lift 40-50 lbs. * Valid driver's license * Operate GPS * Fish species ID skills * Using fish keys * Compile and collect neat and accurate data * Operate handheld data recorder
Lewiston, ID · On-site
$16.50 - $20/hr
Fish tagging * Lift 40-50 lbs. * Valid driver's license * Operate GPS * Fish species ID skills * Using fish keys * Compile and collect neat and accurate data * Operate handheld data recorder
Lewiston, ID · On-site
$16.50 - $20/hr
Fish tagging * Lift 40-50 lbs. * Valid driver's license * Operate GPS * Fish species ID skills * Using fish keys * Compile and collect neat and accurate data * Operate handheld data recorder
Lewiston, ID · On-site
$16.50 - $20/hr
Fish tagging * Lift 40-50 lbs. * Valid driver's license * Operate GPS * Fish species ID skills * Using fish keys * Compile and collect neat and accurate data * Operate handheld data recorder
Tagging the fishes according to what boat it came off * Cleaning restrooms * Sweeping and ... Work with fish Schedule: Monday - Saturday * Shift start time varies and rotates between start ...
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Tagging the fishes according to what boat it came off * Cleaning restrooms * Sweeping and ... Work with fish Schedule: Monday - Saturday * Shift start time varies and rotates between start ...
Woodland, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
Woodland, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
Glenwood, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: • Performing routine Fish ID duties, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other marking procedures under close supervision. • Assisting the Lead and hatchery ...
Glenwood, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: • Performing routine Fish ID duties, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other marking procedures under close supervision. • Assisting the Lead and hatchery ...
Glenwood, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: • Performing routine Fish ID duties, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other marking procedures under close supervision. • Assisting the Lead and hatchery ...
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Glenwood, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: • Performing routine Fish ID duties, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other marking procedures under close supervision. • Assisting the Lead and hatchery ...
Lewiston, ID · On-site
$16.50 - $20/hr
Fish tagging * Lift 40-50 lbs. * Valid driver's license * Operate GPS * Fish species ID skills * Using fish keys * Compile and collect neat and accurate data * Operate handheld data recorder
Lewiston, ID · On-site
$16.50 - $20/hr
Fish tagging * Lift 40-50 lbs. * Valid driver's license * Operate GPS * Fish species ID skills * Using fish keys * Compile and collect neat and accurate data * Operate handheld data recorder
Woodland, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
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Woodland, WA · On-site
$17.74/hr
You'll be: - Performing routine Fish ID duties under close supervision, including coded-wire tagging, fin clipping, body tagging, and other required markings. - Assisting the Lead and hatchery staff ...
Charles City, VA · On-site
$920/wk
... fish by actively participating in the full production cycle, including spawning, juvenile collection, culturing, rearing, tagging, and release, as well as providing animal husbandry in a hatchery ...
Charles City, VA · On-site
$920/wk
... fish by actively participating in the full production cycle, including spawning, juvenile collection, culturing, rearing, tagging, and release, as well as providing animal husbandry in a hatchery ...
Portland, OR · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
July 1 - October 31, 2026 (potential extension through December) Cramer Fish Sciences (CFS) is ... When assisting with juvenile tagging, technicians will measure, weigh, and implant PIT tags in ...
Portland, OR · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
July 1 - October 31, 2026 (potential extension through December) Cramer Fish Sciences (CFS) is ... When assisting with juvenile tagging, technicians will measure, weigh, and implant PIT tags in ...
Portland, OR · Remote
$39K - $49K/yr
July 1 - October 31, 2026 (potential extension through December) Cramer Fish Sciences (CFS) is ... When assisting with juvenile tagging, technicians will measure, weigh, and implant PIT tags in ...
Portland, OR · Remote
$39K - $49K/yr
July 1 - October 31, 2026 (potential extension through December) Cramer Fish Sciences (CFS) is ... When assisting with juvenile tagging, technicians will measure, weigh, and implant PIT tags in ...
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
... tagging of juvenile/adult salmonids; and data recording and entry to various databases. Must be ... Knowledge of fish species identification and sexual characteristics. Skill in white water rafting ...
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
... tagging of juvenile/adult salmonids; and data recording and entry to various databases. Must be ... Knowledge of fish species identification and sexual characteristics. Skill in white water rafting ...
Twisp, WA · On-site
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
... tagging of juvenile/adult salmonids; and data recording and entry to various databases. Must be ... Knowledge of fish species identification and sexual characteristics. Skill in white water rafting ...
Twisp, WA · On-site
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
... tagging of juvenile/adult salmonids; and data recording and entry to various databases. Must be ... Knowledge of fish species identification and sexual characteristics. Skill in white water rafting ...
Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking ONE Hatchery Support Member to contribute to fish ... Mass marking and tagging of juveniles, tag retention sampling, adult tag scans, biological sampling ...
Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), is seeking ONE Hatchery Support Member to contribute to fish ... Mass marking and tagging of juveniles, tag retention sampling, adult tag scans, biological sampling ...
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A typical day in fish tagging often involves working outdoors, sometimes in remote or aquatic environments, to capture, measure, tag, and release fish while recording detailed data for research or conservation projects. Work may include operating boats, maintaining equipment, and occasionally traveling to multiple field sites as part of a small, collaborative research team. While the tasks can be physically demanding and dependent on weather and migration seasons, the variety keeps the work engaging. Many fish taggers also assist with data entry and reporting once field activities are complete, and there are opportunities to develop specialized skills or advance into project management roles over time.
To thrive in Fish Tagging, you need knowledge of fish biology, strong observational skills, and experience with fieldwork, often supported by a relevant degree in biology or environmental science. Familiarity with tagging equipment, data collection systems, and GPS or GIS technology is common and sometimes required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and adaptability help individuals excel, particularly in variable field conditions. These competencies ensure accurate data collection, animal welfare, and successful collaboration within research teams.
A Fish Tagging job involves capturing fish, attaching identification tags, and recording data to track their movements, growth, and population trends. This helps researchers and conservationists study fish behavior, migration patterns, and overall ecosystem health. The work may take place in freshwater or marine environments and often includes handling live fish, using specialized tagging equipment, and collecting biological samples. Fish tagging is crucial for fisheries management, conservation efforts, and understanding the impact of environmental changes on aquatic species.
$18.23 - $20.52/hr
Full-time
Posted 11 days ago
Announcement #
2026-092
Issue Date:
05-13-26
Closing Date:
06-03-26
Fish Technician III
Yakima Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP)
Department of Natural Resources
Hourly Wage: $18.23-$20.52/Regular/Full-Time
Location: Toppenish
Responsible for a variety of semi-technical and semi-skilled tasks relating to fisheries management. Duties include harvest and catch monitoring, stream survey, marking fish, fish tagging and enumerating, environmental, monitoring and recording field data. Must possess initiative and ability to make sound decisions when operating independently in the field.
Examples of Work Performed:
Limited data tabulation and analyst and report writing.
Function as a lead worker on a fisheries field project such as stream survey or fish tagging crew. Guide and direct subordinates activities; ensure that daily work assignments are accomplished.
Operate and maintain back-pack, battery operated electroshocker and associated equipment.
Tag and Mark Fish using Coded-wire tagging machine or freeze branding. Clean and maintain equipment.
Operate juvenile or adult fish traps and record data such as length, weight, sex, etc. Ensure that fish are handled in accordance with established guidelines and released unharmed.
Collect water quality samples and conducts routine water quality tests, recording such data as D.O., Temperature, PH, forward water samples for more comprehensive testing to a laboratory.
Collect, catch and harvest data through on-site monitoring or fishermen interviews. Record and maintain data such as fishing effort, catch, species, weight, sex, etc.
Transport and release juvenile trout and salmon ensuring fish are properly maintained during transit. Operate and maintain planting truck, fish tanks and oxygen bottles and delivery system.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of standard fisheries principles and procedures.
Knowledge and skill in the operation of equipment and tools used in fisheries work.
Ability to perform duties without direct daily supervision.
Ability to plan and control the work of technicians.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal with the public.
Ability to work outside under all types of conditions and to perform physical labor.
Ability to keep orderly accurate Records.
Minimum Requirements:
Two years of college education in fisheries science or closely related field.
One year of experience as a Fisheries Technician II may be substituted for one year of college.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.
Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
