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Oyster Farm Technician

Muscongus Bay Aquaculture Edgecomb, ME

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Description

The farms of Muscongus Bay Aquaculture and Dodge Cove Marine Farm are highly committed to producing the best quality shellfish for farmers and consumers alike. The companies cultivate American oysters, hard clams, and bay scallops in the highly productive Damariscotta River in mid-coast Maine.

The companies are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, team-oriented, and level-headed individuals to help our crew with daily operations.

Duties may include, but not be limited to;

  • Safely work on the water and at shoreside facilities consistent with relevant health and safety requirements
  • Build, install, and repair shellfish aquaculture equipment under supervision from a crew chief or managers
  • Install, maintain, and occasionally repair lines, moorings/anchors, floats, rafts, and growing and processing equipment under direction or crew chief or manager
  • Culling and grading of market oysters
  • Processing oysters for shipment

Preferred skills:

  • Teamwork
  • Organized and diligent record keeping\
  • Excellent planning and follow-through
  • Problem solving
  • Must be able to lift 50lb
  • Able to work in adverse weather conditions
  • Positive attitude
  • A good representative of the companies
  • Must be able to work in the U.S., and have a valid U.S. driver's license

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave

License/Certification:
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

To Apply:

Email [email protected] with your resume.