Job Posting: Fish and Wildlife Technician

Department of Fish and Wildlife

JC-534432
-
Fish and Wildlife Technician
FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN

$3,999.00 - $5,196.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

Job Description and Duties

As directed, sort male and female salmonids for spawning, take ripe eggs from females and fertilize eggs with milt from males, treat eggs, measure/inventory eggs, measure/inventory fish, clean troughs, tanks, filters and screens, remove and dispose of dead fish, take weight counts, treat diseased fish with approved chemicals. Performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks that include: minor electrical repair, painting, plumbing, grounds care, cleaning and maintaining buildings, restrooms and equipment; welding (gas, arc and tig), fabricates equipment out of wood and metal; operates gas and electrical powered equipment and various hand tools and power tools; maintains/repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment; digging, trenching, landscaping, plant trimming, weeding, mowing. Conducts water quality sampling/recording; maintains neat and accurate records; responds to emergency water alarms. Safe operation of trucks ranging in size from 1/2 ton to 2 ton in various road and weather conditions and in isolated areas, loads and carries many buckets of fish from truck to water over uneven, steep terrain; operates fish pump, fish crowder, aeration and oxygen equipment on trucks; performs maintenance on all fish transport equipment; safe operation of fish pump, crowder, forklift and feed cart/truck. Enrolls in applicable training when possible such as: Fish culture related courses, lead person training, first aid/CPR, written and verbal communication.


Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

 

Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:

 

Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR.

Link to Fish and Wildlife Technician Exam: CalCareers

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The Salmon Conservation and Research Facility (SCARF) and Interim Facility are located in the central San Joaquin valley, where a Mediterranean climate is characterized by below freezing winter temperatures and extreme heat during the summer. Most work at the facility occurs outside and must be completed regardless of difficult working conditions. The SCARF has centralized air for staff cooling. The Interim Facility lacks central air, but does have a large, mobile evaporative cooler for outside work in extreme heat. Climbing in and out of large diameter round tanks for cleaning is necessary, as is stepping up over potential tripping hazards and climbing ladders. On-site State housing is not available.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-534432
Position #(s):
565-443-0916-025
Working Title:
Fish and Wildlife Technician
Classification:
FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN
$3,999.00 - $4,765.00 A
$4,151.00 - $5,196.00 B
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Fresno County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 lbs sacks of salt, fish food, sand, etc.; climbing ladders in and out of circular fish tanks, avoiding tripping hazards (above ground water supply piping, electrical cords, open drains, etc.); working in thigh-high flowing water netting up to 30-lb fish; working in harsh outdoor conditions of extreme heat, cold, rain, etc.

This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License. The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration. 

The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial).

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Fish and Wildlife
HRB Mailing Address (PO Box)
Attn: Human Resources Branch
P.O. Box 944209
Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Fish and Wildlife
Closed Drop Off Location
Human Resources Branch
Temporarily Closed
See Filing Instructions
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see below for SOQ instructions. Failure to include the SOQ will result in an incomplete application submission.

     

    Describe experience and proficiency as it relates to working with recirculation/chiller systems; plumbing, mechanical, and electrical; hand tools, light and heavy equipment - operation, maintenance and repair.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Ability to follow instruction to the "T" working with a species listed as "Threatened" under the federal Endangered Species Act; ability to get along well with coworkers in a strongly team-oriented work environment; willingness to work long hours as needed to complete daily tasks.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Brian Erlandsen
(559) 903-0862
brian.erlandsen@wildlife.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Civil Rights Office
(916) 902-9211
civilrights@wildlife.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-443-0916-025 and RPA Number E-R4 H 26-003 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

 

It is recommended that Application Packages be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at https://jobs.ca.gov.  If applications are mailed, we recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

 

Applications that do not follow the Filing Instructions may not be considered.

 

This advertisement may be used to fill additional vacancies for this JC.

 

Resume – Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

Applicants must submit a complete and accurate application package, free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

Post and Bid

This position is subject to Post and Bid but all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to Department of Fish and Wildlife employees currently in the classification. If a bid is not awarded, other eligible applicants will be considered if reachable on the eligible list. List the position number on your application under the Job Title(s) for which you are applying. Please see the duty statement for specifics. Submit one application per position for which you are applying. Open to all candidates eligible for appointment to the classification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Print Job