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Fish Culturist 1 (Seasonal) - Corry

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, PA, United States


Position Overview
Are you interested in a career with physical work in the outdoors for a state agency that provides fishing and boating opportunities for individuals and families in Pennsylvania's many lakes, rivers, and streams? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is looking for a hard‑working and motivated individual to become a

Fish Culturist 1 . This position offers the opportunity for career growth through permanent employment upon completion of a successful training period. Consider joining a dedicated team that works to provide fishing and boating opportunities while protecting Pennsylvania's natural ecosystem.

Description of Work
In this position, you will learn how to collect and select brood stock while handling the fish in a manner that minimizes stress, injury and mortality. You will learn how to operate a fish stocking vehicle in a safe and timely manner, load and transport fish, monitor fish, and take appropriate action to deliver the fish in excellent condition. Additionally, this role performs repairs and maintenance to buildings, equipment, and grounds.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

Seasonal, full‑time employment

Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch

This position may require weekend, evening, and holiday work as well as standby time

This position does not receive medical benefits; paid time off accrues after working 750 regular (non‑overtime) hours in each calendar year

Telework: not available in this position

Salary: starting salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent formal training

Special Requirements

Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license

Commercial Driver’s License to operate vehicles 26,000 lbs. or more prior to completing the probationary period

Other Requirements

Meet Pennsylvania residency requirement

Be able to perform essential job functions

Legal Requirements

Conditional offer of employment requires a drug screening

This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law

Under the law, a conditional offer will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including:

PA State Police clearance

PA Child Abuse history clearance

FBI Fingerprint clearance

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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