About this role
What we need:
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of intermittent Natural Resources Technician 1 (Fish Hatchery Technician) within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered at Hebron State Fish Hatchery, assigned to Licking County. The address is 10517 Canal Road SE, Hebron, Ohio 43025. To learn more about the Hebron State Fish Hatchery, please visit https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/hebron-fish-hatchery.
What you will do…
• Conduct surveys and collect data on Ohio's fish populations, including propagation and care of fish; identify fish diseases; use chemicals for disease treatments;
• Apply chemicals for vegetation and pest control; assist with collection and analysis of data for research projects pertinent to fish culture (e.g., trap netting, electrofishing, creel census); maintain records and complete reports;
• Strip eggs from broodstock and fertilize eggs; feed fish and care for spawning devices; install fry and minnow traps and seines; maintain water levels; take sample weights and figure feed rates; bag and box eggs and fry for transportation;
• Perform facility maintenance (e.g., repair drainage systems, cement water boxes, penstocks and catch boxes; repair water screens; mow grass; maintain roads, remove snow);
• Maintain all equipment including minor tune-ups of tractors, trucks, mowers, cleans and paints buildings); perform minor carpentry repairs (e.g., construct water boxes, traps, screens and shop cupboards); perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs;
• Respond to emergency situations associated with fish culturing, (e.g., disease outbreak, pond aeration system, power outage);
• Conduct area tours; answer public injuries regarding Division of Wildlife programs; assist with other sections' field activities, (e.g., stream surveys, deer/turkey check stations, roadkill of injured animals);
• Hourly pay of $19.47/hr.
Duration...
February 2026 - November 2026
Work hours and conditions...
• 40 hours/week (Typically 8-hour days, but may vary and include some long days, up to 15 hours);
• May include unusual working hours (early mornings and/or late evenings);
• May be exposed to chemicals during application.
Please note...
This is a maximum duration, 1000-hour intermittent (unclassified) position for the Division of Wildlife.
This intermittent position will remain at step 1 of the pay range. This intermittent position is not eligible for benefits (e.g., vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, leave accruals [vacation, personal, sick], any other paid leave, shift differential, pay supplements, etc.).
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary; valid driver’s license; valid Commercial Driver’s License required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Section 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Natural Resources
Other facts
About Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
What you'll do
- The Natural Resources Technician 1 will conduct surveys and collect data on fish populations, assist with fish propagation, and perform facility maintenance. The role also includes responding to emergencies related to fish culturing and engaging with the public.
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