Fisheries Technician
CurrentConducting biological surveys of State property for the preservation of the fishery resources. Preparing and examining fish species are Largemouth (Florida strands and native) Spotted, Striped, Smallmouth Bass, Black and White Crappie, Flathead and Channel catfish, and Paddlefish. Collecting fish scales, spines, otoliths, and other parts for aging and summarizing information gained. Running reports on fish species in department lakes looking at total and size CPUE, length and age frequency plots, PSD tables, relative weight tables, mean length and weight at age tables, Von Bert., and mortality. Assisting in preparation of reports and recommendations based on the results of surveys. Stocking trout from private, state, and federal hatcheries then submitting stocking reports. Making fish habitat structure native and artificial in department lakes. Operating and maintaining passenger vehicles, small motors and watercraft. Planning work procedures and schedules. Having the knowledge of operation and maintenance requirements of fishery equipment and vehicles, including trucks, boats, nets, electrofishing gear, and shop tools. Using and having a wide vary of skills to help me preform numerous tasks to complete projects given to me.