Part-time seasonal hatchery aide from January 11 to May 14, 2027, helping raise about 275,000 catchable rainbow trout plus cutthroat and hybrid fingerlings. Daily tasks include feeding, cleaning tanks, raceways and incubators, logging mortality, netting, loading and stocking fish, grounds upkeep and giving hatchery tours. You will stand in cold water for long stretches and lift 60 pounds or more. You must be 18 with a driver’s license. Housing is available for the employee only, with no pets. Apply with the department’s temporary application, a cover letter, resume and three references; the posting stays open until filled or December 11.
| Pay | $15.00 per hour |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Season | Jan 11, 2027 – May 14, 2027 |
| Housing | Provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Entry level, no experience required |
| Location | American Falls, Idaho |
| Job Type | Fisheries & Hatchery |
| Posted | Nov 9, 2026 |
| Apply By | Dec 11, 2026 |
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