Hatchery Technician

Do you have experience and understanding of fish culture management practices? Are you interested in playing a key role in the operations of a fish culture station? If so, then consider this exciting opportunity for a driven individual with interpersonal and organizational skills.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

- a defined benefit pension plan
- comprehensive health plan
- life and disability insurance
- collegial and professional work culture
- career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
- on-the-job training to support your success in the role

**OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

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**Human Rights Code**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

**What can I expect to do in this role?**: At the Dorion Fish Culture Station, you will work in a team to:

- assist with the collection and distribution of eggs and fish
- carry out daily fish culture activities, such as water quality, feeding, thinning and sampling
- perform routine maintenance including tank cleaning and equipment maintenance
- observe fish behaviour, mortality trends and densities
- track data and prepare reports
- be responsible for facility control as required, such as on weekends or holidays

**How do I qualify?**:
**Mandatory requirement**:

- You must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid DZ class licence.

**Technical knowledge**:

- You are knowledgeable of fish culture techniques and hatchery methods and procedures.
- You possess knowledge of the roles, goals and objectives of fisheries management.
- You have a good understanding of related resource management principles for fish and wildlife.

**Skills**:

- You have demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with clients and in a team setting.
- You possess proven analytical and problem solving skills.
- You have strong organizational and time management skills.
- You are proficient with computers and related spreadsheet, database and word processing software.

**Additional Information**:
**Address**:

- 1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 42 weeks, Dorion Fish Culture Station, Dorion, North Region

**Compensation Group**:

- Ontario Public Service Employees Union- Understanding the job ad - definitions**Schedule**:

- 4.7**Category**:

- Fish and Wildlife**Posted on**:

- Tuesday, August 1, 2023