A Biological Technician assists biologists and medical scientists working in labs. Operates lab equipment, monitors experiments, records results and observations. Uses computer software to collect and analyze data.
| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources Location 120 Fish Hatchery Road Morehead, KY 40351 USA Description Do you like working outdoors? Do you want a career where each day brings something different? Would you like to work with people who are dedicated to conserving the Commonwealth's fish and wildlife resources? Do you want to be part of an agency that provides opportunities for everyone to enjoy the outdoors by fishing, hunting, boating, recreational shooting, wildlife watching or related activities in Kentucky? Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR)! Minor Clark Fish Hatchery has three full-time positions available for Fish and Wildlife Technician I. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Learns to operate fish transportation trucks, statewide stocking locations, and assist with stocking fish in public lakes, streams, and tailwaters while always monitoring the well-being of the fish being transported. Assist with maintenance and repairs of hatchery pond structures, buildings, and grounds. Assist with other fish culture activities such as taking dissolved oxygen readings in ponds, starting aeration equipment, sample seining, summarizing harvest data, feeding fish, spawning fish, caring for eggs and fry, harvesting fingerlings, and applying chemicals and fertilizers to ponds. Assist with fabrication and repair of trucks and equipment. Assists other fisheries staff with fish acquisition for broodstock and population studies and with fish habitat improvement work. Follow state and KDFWR policies and procedures in the purchasing of supplies and equipment as needed or directed. Completes daily activity sheets and stocking cards. Performs other duties as required.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
CDL should be obtained within 6 months of employment. Candidates with a commercial driver's license (CDL) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement preferred. We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
BENEFITS, including: A 37.5-hour work week (with occasional overtime required) Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays Overtime and compensatory time Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account Life insurance Retirement Wellness incentives program Training and career development opportunities Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K) Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION
High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
NONE Substitute
EDUCATION
for
EXPERIENCE
NONE Substitute
EXPERIENCE
for
EDUCATION
Experience in fisheries or wildlife management will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE Working Conditions Travel, extreme weather conditions, heavy equipment and wildlife may pose hazards. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in
KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Josh Pennington at josh.pennington@ky.gov. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
