Fish Hatchery Operations Tech

Fish Hatchery Operations Tech

Watersmeet, Michigan

Tribal Hourly

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POSITION: Hatchery Operations Tech

DEPARTMENT: Natural Resources Department

LOCATION: Fish Hatchery

SUPERVISOR: Natural Resources Director

EMPLOYMENT: Part Time Seasonal

SALARY: $14.00/hour

DESCRIPTION:

The Fish Hatchery Tech will be under the supervision of the Natural Resources Director. This is limited term employment during the hatching season, typically a 12-week period starting in mid-April to early May. Employees will be "on call" for emergent situations. This position is responsible for leading daily operations of the Tribal Fish Hatchery, including egg incubation, fry rearing, water quality management, and hatchery maintenance. The Hatchery Operations Technicians ensures successful fish production from egg collection through fry and fingerling stages and maintains accurate hatchery records.

This position also supports field spawning operations and other fisheries activities as needed during peak periods.

Skills & Qualifications:

Hatchery Operations

·Lead all daily hatchery operations, including system startup, operation, and shutdown.

·Operate and monitor egg incubation systems, including flow rates, temperature, and water quality.

·Conduct egg treatments and removal of dead eggs.

·Monitor egg development and hatching success.

·Collect, count, and manage fry during and after hatch.

·Maintain optimal water quality conditions (temperature, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, pH).

·Clean and maintain tanks, jars, and hatchery equipment to ensure biosecurity.

·Record daily hatchery data using logs, tablets, or computers.

·Attend departmental meetings and provide hatchery reports.

Fish Rearing and Production

·Assist with early-stage fry rearing and feeding as applicable.

·Coordinate with field staff on production targets and stocking needs.

·Prepare fish for transfer to rearing ponds or stocking locations.

Facility and Equipment Maintenance

·Maintain hatchery systems, plumbing, and related infrastructure.

·Identify maintenance needs and coordinate with department Director and Environmental Officer for repairs.

·Ensure all equipment is operating safely and effectively.

Field and Program Support

·Assist with broodstock collection, egg take, and spawning operations as needed.

·Support transport of eggs from field to hatchery.

·Assist with pond operations, harvest, and stocking activities when required.

·Ability to follow technical procedures and maintain detailed records.

·Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.

·Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

·Willingness to work early mornings, nights, and weekends during peak periods.

·Valid driver's license.

·Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·This position involves both indoor hatchery work and outdoor fieldwork. Work may occur in wet, humid, or variable conditions and may require extended hours during hatching and spawning periods.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to work under pressure.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

• Must be willing to travel for meetings, workshops, seminars, etc.

·Knowledge of Native American Tribes and the uniqueness of the LVD community.

·Must have a valid driver's license.

·Must be able to follow oral and written instructions, make informed decisions independently.

·Must always maintain a safe environment by following proper safely protocols for both the fish and staff members.

·Must be able to work long hours in outdoor conditions including nights and weekends.

·Must be able to pass any and all background checks or related pre-employment obligations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

·None

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and applicable background checks related to the position

Application:

Date Approved by the Tribal Council: 04/14/2026

Lac Vieux Desert Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians

Human Resources Department

P.O. Box 129, N5384 US 45

Watersmeet, MI 49969

Email: [email protected]

Website:

Phone: 906-358-4226 Ext. 7318

Fax: 906-358-4913

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Our Company is Proud to Offer:

• A fun, safe, fast paced work environment

• Employee Meal Discounts

• Gas Discount at Citgo C-Store

• Golf Discounts

• Paid Lunch

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Weekly

• Access to training programs

Great Benefits for Full Time Employees offered after 90 days of employment:

• LVD Pays 80% of the cost of these benefits with only a 20% responsibility from the employee.

• Health - Offering 14 different medical coverages.

• Dental

• Vision

• Term Life Insurance Policy - $50,000

• Short Term Disability

• Retirement 401k with 3% contribution

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off

• Family and Medical Leave

• Maternity Leave

• Bereavement leave

• Jury Duty leave