Seasonal Junior Fish Culture Technician

Durations may vary from 2-5 months, commencing in April 2026 and later

$28.4499– $34.0891 hourly

The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (FFSBC) is an independent, non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors with a mandate to provide hatchery and related fisheries management services to various clients and partners including the Province of BC, other jurisdictions, First Nations, Crown Corporations, Community Associations and the private sector.

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Junior Fish Culture Technicians to join our Operations Division in various locations which may include Abbotsford, Clearwater, Duncan, Fort Steele, Summerland and / or Vanderhoof. Seasonal opportunities will typically vary in duration from 2 to 5 months commencing in April 2026 and later.

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Hatchery Manager or a Senior Fish Culturist, the Junior Seasonal Fish Culturist is responsible for carrying out fish culture activities required for egg collection, propagation and distribution of fish. Specific responsibilities include the following :

1. Operate and maintain remote broodstock capture, holding and egg collection stations by :

• measuring, weighing and identifying fish species captured by seine, gill net, trap net, angling, electroshocking or stationary trap
• protecting brood capture facilities from predators and vandalism
• maintaining records for the egg collection station
• operating and maintaining electronic fish counting devices, pumps, generators
• under supervision, collecting eggs using appropriate techniques, disinfecting eggs and transporting eggs to the hatchery

2. Carry out incubation and rearing activities within the hatchery operation using appropriate fish culture techniques by :

3. Transfer and distribute fish into lakes and streams designated by Fisheries Biologists by :

4. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must be enrolled in, or a graduate from, a fish culture or technical fisheries resource management program or other related field. Preference may be given to candidates with fisheries related programs and / or related experience. A current driver’s licence is required. Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card preferred for some locations. Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience may be considered. Related knowledge, skills and abilities will include :

Additional Conditions

An eligibility list may be established for up to one year for opportunities that become available at our hatcheries throughout the province. Locations may include Abbotsford, Clearwater, Duncan, Fort Steele, Summerland and / or Vanderhoof.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, your resumé and respond to the application questions via this site or visit https : / / www.gofishbc.com / about-us / careers / This opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants, and applications will be accepted until January 7, 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue to the next phase of the recruitment process will be contacted.

For information on the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC please visit www.gofishbc.com .

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