Aquaculture Technician

At Pacific Seafood, we are dedicated to more than just supplying the healthiest proteins globally. Our organization is driven by excellence, aiming to be the preferred brand in the market and the employer of choice within the community. We uphold the principles of servant leadership, invest in our team members, and reward outstanding performance. Our core values, encapsulated in our Diamond Philosophy, emphasize Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—ensuring we consistently perform at our best and strive for continuous improvement.

Position Summary:

The role involves supporting general aquaculture operations, which include, but are not limited to, the cultivation, maintenance, and harvesting of clam and oyster beds. Responsibilities also encompass general site maintenance and assistance with various projects as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute tasks on shellfish beds as instructed, including harvesting oysters, installing piping, hanging longlines, and managing clam bed operations.
• Exhibit the capability to work safely and efficiently in challenging weather conditions typically encountered on tide beds and boats.
• Assist in the organization and cleanup of the farm as directed.
• Operate various types of farm machinery, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and boats.
• Complete necessary paperwork, logs, and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure farm safety is prioritized at all times, adhering to company health and safety protocols.
• Provide support for additional duties as needed, including serving as a deckhand on dredge boats and managing longline equipment.
• Perform other assigned tasks as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A minimum of six months of relevant experience in construction, manufacturing, farming, or a related field.

Preferred:

• Experience operating boats and holding a valid license.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License.

Compensation:

Starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Total Compensation Package:

At Pacific Seafood, your base salary is just one aspect of your overall compensation. We invest in our team members through a comprehensive and appealing total rewards package, which includes:

• Health insurance options, covering medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic life insurance, and short-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) retirement plan options with generous annual company profit-sharing contributions.
• Paid time off for all regular full-time team members, including sick leave and vacation days.
• An employee assistance program offering confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal support at no cost to team members and their immediate families.
• A product purchase program.

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.