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) as a Fish and Wildlife Technician II! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Collects fisheries data for annual monitoring and research activities. Collects and handles fish, using various fish and water sampling equipment. Trailers, launches and drives boat. Maintains project equipment including numerous boats and trailers, vehicles, fish sampling gear, aerators, small motors, and other equipment. Keeps equipment clean, repaired, and ready for use. Builds and maintains fish habitat and attractors for district waterbodies. Purchases materials. Lifts heavy objects and operates power tools and chain saw. Trailers, launches and drives boat. Maintains department owned facilities, public boat ramps, courtesy docks and posting or maintaining regulation signs at all boat ramps. Mows, sprays herbicide, places rocks on jetties and picks up trash. Maintains equipment inventory lists and processing purchase receipts. Maintains up-to-date maintenance records on all district equipment. Maintains accurate daily and monthly activity reports and submit forms as required. Performs other duties as assigned. 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
Must have one year of fishery, wildlife or habitat management/development experience. Substitute
EDUCATION
for
EXPERIENCE
Additional related training will substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis. Substitute
EXPERIENCE
for
EDUCATION
Experience in fisheries, wildlife or habitat management/development will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment in this classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. 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 Tom Timmermann at tom.timmermann@ky.gov. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
