JOB DETAILS
Aquatic Biologist
CompanyAquatic Control
LocationTruesdale
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 30, 2026
About The Company
Since 1966, Aquatic Control has been providing high quality products, services, and staff for managing lakes, ponds, and other water resources. Our professional staff includes: Fisheries biologists, Factory trained fountain specialists, and Licensed aquatic applicators. Our services include vegetation management plans, treatment programs, fountain/aeration system installation, fish population surveys and mapping.
About the Role
Description
Interested in a new career in Pond & Lake Management?
Aquatic Control Inc. is a privately owned lake and pond management company with our home office in Seymour Indiana and satellite offices in Valparaiso IN, Evansville IN, Truesdale MO, Jackson, TN, Williamsville IL, Elizabethtown, KY, Elkhart, IA, Knoxville, TN, and Davenport, IA. We are actively growing and need to add Aquatic Biologists at our Truesdale, MO location. Start date: March 2026
The Position:
- Primary duty will be the application of EPA registered aquatic herbicides and algaecides
- Installation and maintenance of aerators, fountains, and compressed air systems
- Aquatic plant surveys
- Writing vegetation management plans
- Performing fish surveys
- Attend industry related training events and conferences
- Heavy field work from March through October
- General maintenance of trucks, boats, equipment, and grounds
- Speaking at pond clinics, trade shows, and public meetings
Who Should Apply?
- Hardworking individuals with the ability to work with a team and on their own.
- Those looking for an exciting and different career in the outdoors.
- People that enjoy being around water. That's what we do every day!
Compensation and Benefits:
- 401 K with a company match on first 4% after 1 year of employment
- Paid company health insurance plan for employee after 90 days
- Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Generous Earned Time Off program
- Holiday pay with a week+ paid at Christmas
- Working for a great company that values its employees
Please apply at:
https://aquaticcontrol.com/about-us/career-opportunities/
or send resume to timh@aquaticcontrol.com
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in fisheries/aquatic science, agriculture, or a natural resources-related field
- Insurable Driving Record
- Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening & DOT Physical
- Comfortable Driving Truck & Boat Trailer Combination
- Basic mechanical ability (experience in outboard motor operation is a plus)
- Ability to work in an outdoor environment (physical labor required)
- Ability to work an average of 50-60 hours per week
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs
Key Skills
Aquatic HerbicidesAlgaecidesAeratorsFountainsCompressed Air SystemsAquatic Plant SurveysVegetation Management PlansFish SurveysField WorkMechanical AbilityDriving TruckBoat Trailer CombinationPhysical LaborTeamworkCommunication SkillsPublic Speaking
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityScience & ResearchAgricultureTradesConsulting
Benefits
401 KHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term DisabilityEarned Time OffHoliday Pay
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The primary duty will be the application of EPA registered aquatic herbicides and algaecides, along with conducting aquatic plant and fish surveys. Additional responsibilities include installation and maintenance of aerators and fountains, writing vegetation management plans, and attending industry-related training events.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
54
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
60 hours
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