Native Aquatics Technician I (Wildlife Tech I)

Opening date:  December 2025

Closing date:  Open until all positions filled

Salary:  15.92/hour +DOE

Location:  Vernal, UT

Time frame: April 2026 through October 2026

Positions available: 3

Housing: Provided    

The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has a seasonal position (no benefits) available at the Northeast Regional Office Vernal, Utah. This appointment will last from approximately April/May 2025 – October 2025. Dates can be flexible to accommodate degree seeking students. Housing is provided.

The successful candidate will work with threatened and endangered aquatic species within the Upper Colorado Endangered Fish Recovery Program and Utah Wildlife Action Plan (fishes, amphibians and mollusks).

Job Duties

• Invasive fish removal on the Green River via jon boat/raft electrofishing and fyke netting.
• Monitoring threatened and endangered native fishes using barge, raft and boat electrofishing, seining, trammel netting, light trap surveys, and PIT-technology.
• Safely trailering, launching and operating jon boats and rafts.
• Data collection and entry.
• Maintenance of equipment and sampling gear.
• Potential opportunities to assist UDWR sections with other fish and wildlife projects as available (rotenone treatments, gill net surveys, wildlife surveys). 

Job Requirements and Skills

Applicant must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license at time of employment. Applicant should have the ability to work independently and well with others, and follow written and verbal instructions. The successful applicant will have an education in biology or a background in a closely related field. Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

Preference may be given to applicants with an interest in or knowledge of aquatic species recovery; as well as experience with four wheel drive vehicles, towing and operating watercraft and identifying sensitive aquatic species of Northeast Utah.

Preference will be given to an individual seeking BS degree or has a BS degree          

Other

This position requires the ability and willingness to drive long distances, perform strenuous physical activity, work long hours (8-12) outdoors in harsh conditions (inclement weather and bugs) while maintaining a safe and positive work environment. Overnight camping, occasional weekend work and backpacking in remote areas will also be required.   

(ADA information required)

DNR complies with the ADA.  Hearing impaired employees who wish further information regarding this announcement may call the DNR TTY number at 801-538-7458. Disabled employees who desire reasonable accommodation in the interview process should contact the DNR Human Resource Office at 385-315-2834.