Also called: Asian Carp Removal Fisher, Contract Commercial Fisher (Carp)
Commercial fisher paid by the state to net invasive carp in the Illinois River to keep them out of the Great Lakes.
Silver carp leap out of the water when boats pass, sometimes smacking fishermen in the face. Contract crews set big nets in the Illinois River backwaters, haul in thousands of pounds of carp, and log every fish for biologists. The catch is sold for fertilizer, pet food or as “copi” fish for people to eat.
Paid by contract days and fish sales; varies a lot.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. No degree; learn net fishing from experienced crews.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Depends on state and federal funding for carp control.
Low risk for 10 years. Electric barriers and sonar help track carp, but setting and hauling nets is manual.
Classes: Biology, Physical education, Small engines.
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