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Summer Fish Hatchery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$14 - $17/hr

Summer and Fall projects (June to September) will focus on eggtake operations - collecting eggs and ... The position during peak operations may require tasks for fish monitoring performed outside of the ...

Seasonal Team Member

Fitchburg, WI

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

We are looking for seasonal Team Members to join us for the summer season! Our Team Members are the ... Address: | 2839 Fish Hatchery Road Suite 1 , Fitchburg, Wisconsin 53713 | The physical demands for ...

Seasonal Team Member

Fitchburg, WI ยท On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

We are looking for seasonal Team Members to join us for the summer season! Our Team Members are the ... Address: | 2839 Fish Hatchery Road Suite 1 , Fitchburg, Wisconsin 53713 | The physical demands for ...

Supervisor Maintenance

CO ยท On-site

$1.4K/mo

... Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area ... Bachelor's Degree in a technical mining-related discipline with at least one (1) summer internship ...

Supervisor Maintenance

Climax, CO ยท On-site

$1.4K/mo

... Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area ... Bachelor's Degree in a technical mining-related discipline with at least one (1) summer internship ...

... Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area ... one (1) summer internship experience (or equivalent) in a mining or industrial environment ...

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How much do summer fish hatchery jobs pay per month?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average monthly pay for summer fish hatchery in the United States is $5,199.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,333.33 and $6,208.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Fish Hatchery vs Fish Hatchery Technician?

AspectSummer Fish HatcheryFish Hatchery Technician
CertificationsMay require state-specific aquaculture or fisheries permitsOften requires fisheries or aquaculture certifications
Work EnvironmentSeasonal, outdoor, in fish hatchery facilitiesYear-round, outdoor or indoor hatchery settings
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, aquaculture farms, research facilitiesPublic and private hatcheries, fisheries management

Summer Fish Hatchery roles are typically seasonal positions focused on fish rearing during summer months, often requiring specific permits. Fish Hatchery Technicians work year-round, handling daily hatchery operations, with similar certifications. Both roles operate in outdoor hatchery environments within the fisheries and aquaculture industry, but differ mainly in duration and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Summer Fish Hatchery job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,395 per year, or $30 per hour.

Fisheries Biological Aide - Niagara Springs Hatchery

Idaho Fish and Game

Wendell, ID โ€ข On-site

$15/hr

Temporary

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Niagara Springs Fish Hatchery is seeking a Biological Aide starting September 7th. (Start dates may be flexible). This position is located at the Niagara Springs Fish Hatchery located in Wendell, Idaho. This is a Non-Benefited Biological Aide temporary position and is expected to work up to 40 hours per week. Housing may be available for the employee only. No pets.
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.
General Information
Niagara Springs Hatchery is owned and funded by Idaho Power and is operated by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. The hatchery is responsible for the production of Summer A-run Steelhead for the Salmon and Snake Rivers, and production of White Sturgeon for the Snake River. Incumbents must, with or without reasonable accommodations, be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and work in adverse weather conditions. Onsite housing may be available. Weekend & holiday rotation work required; irregular work schedules are frequent. Normal work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Incumbents may work with toxic chemicals and around heavy dust, high voltage, loud noises, and slippery surfaces.
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.
Qualifications
โ€ข Must be at least 18 years old.
โ€ข Must possess a valid driver's license.
โ€ข Experience following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
Responsibilities
Perform routine fish husbandry duties at a Steelhead and White Sturgeon production hatchery. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: assist with egg collection, incubation, rearing, & stocking of Snake River White Sturgeon and Steelhead, weighing fish feed & feeding fish, cleaning rearing vessels, operating an automatic feed delivery system and 3 traveling bridges on 19 outdoor raceways, maintaining grounds, including an Idaho Power day park. Maintaining equipment, operating fish loading & transport equipment, data entry, and assisting other hatcheries when needed.
How To Apply
Submit Resume, 3 References, and a Temporary Application (link below) to:
bradyn.ford@idfg.idaho.gov or kyle.loveless@idfg.idaho.gov
Or
Bradyn Ford - IDFG
2131 Niagara Springs Grade
Wendell, ID 83355
**Emailed applications preferred but not mandatory**
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: Bradyn Ford
Email: bradyn.ford@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-536-2283