Dedicated Fish and Wildlife Technician with over 8 years of experience in fish culture and hatchery operations. Skilled in team training and production reporting, contributing to improved operational efficiency and fish health monitoring. Ready to leverage expertise in inventory management and anesthetic application for impactful results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fish and Wildlife Tech
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
Scio
08.2017 - Current
Processed feed orders and established feeding schedules while monitoring fish growth and health indicators.
Conducted grading of fish and performed inventories of stock for accuracy in production reporting.
Set up ponds for various life stages using pressure washing methods to ensure cleanliness.
Trained new employees on operational procedures, improving overall team effectiveness.
Helped with the liberation of fish, documenting production schedules, and end-of-month reports accurately.
Applied anesthetic techniques (Aqus-e, MS222) during handling of triploid trout species.
Supervised safety measures as designated safety officer, ensuring adherence to best practices.
Utilized tools for repairs and maintenance of equipment in hatchery operations.
Senior Technician
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
Scio
05.2017 - 07.2017
Established feeding schedules and prepared feed orders for diverse fish species.
Managed fish feed inventory to ensure availability and quality.
Conducted health observations, monitoring growth, appetite, and disease symptoms.
Executed pond maintenance procedures for fry to adult fish, including pressure washing.
Trained new employees on hatchery operations and fish culture techniques.
Handled air spawning of trout using anesthetics for efficiency.
Documented HMGP Grade fish operations and reported end-of-month metrics.
Helped with financial documentation, including purchase orders and bills.
Fish and Wildlife Tech
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
Scio
07.2014 - 04.2017
Created feed schedules and ordered feed to maintain optimal nutrition for fish.
Graded fish and recorded growth, appetite, and behavior to monitor health status.
Pressure washed and set up ponds for fry through adult fish cultivation.
Followed established fish culture techniques to ensure best practices were applied.
Conducted inventories and weighed samples for accurate tracking of fish populations.
Liberated fish and maintained production schedules for effective operations.
Managed end-of-month reports and documented hatchery operations for compliance.
Utilized anesthetics like Aqus-e and MS222 during air spawning procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fisheries Technology
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, OR
06-2007
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Jefferson, OR
06-1993
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
Skills
Fish health monitoring
Anesthetic application
Inventory management
Pond maintenance
Production reporting
Feed scheduling
Forklift trained
Safety officer
Experience with lawn equipment
Affiliations
Fishing
Hunting
Camping
Spending time with my wife
Playing games
spending time with family and friends
Certification
Forklift trained since 1997
CPR, First Aid, and AED trained since 2024
Timeline
Fish and Wildlife Tech
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
08.2017 - Current
Senior Technician
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
05.2017 - 07.2017
Fish and Wildlife Tech
Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife
07.2014 - 04.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Fisheries Technology
Aquatic Invasive Species Technician at Oregon Department Of Fish And WildlifeAquatic Invasive Species Technician at Oregon Department Of Fish And Wildlife