Job description

Oyster Farm Hand

Job Description:

Treasure Coast Shellfish, LLC is in its third year of business & is a woman-owned & operated oyster farm based in Sebastian, FL. We have a small nursery system & a 6.5-acre water column lease where we are currently in the process of expanding & installing floating more gear. The TCS farm is located on the Indian River Lagoon, the most bio-diverse estuary in North America, Treasure Coast Shellfish raises eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) as part of the growing oyster aquaculture industry on the East Coast of Florida. This past year we have more than doubled in size using about 30% of our acreage and have about 400 floating cages and planted 1 million oyster seeds in 2022.

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Preferred Experience:

• Prior aquaculture experience is preferred.
• A sincere interest in aquaculture/shellfish culture.
• Boat handling

We are looking for curious, energetic, & self-motivated individuals who want to learn about the oyster aquaculture industry - in particular, the farming process. The company is dedicated to sustainable shellfish farming, utilizing the most innovative growing techniques. Both full-time and part-time/seasonal opportunities are available. Those candidates selected will learn all aspects of working on an oyster farm & in our processing facility.

Job Requirements:.

• Must be organized, punctual, & on time for work.
• Must have a valid driver’s license & reliable transportation to work sites in Indian River County
• Must be capable of understanding & following instructions from the supervisor.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions - wet, cold, hot, dry, & rough water, at various times of the day, including early morning hours, evenings, & weekends when necessary.
• Must be able to swim.
• Must be comfortable being in water where you cannot see or touch the bottom.
• Must be comfortable on a boat for 8-10 hours a day.
• Must be physically able to lift, push, & pull up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to speak & understand English.
• Must work well with other crew members, & independently.
• Must maintain work area(s) & be respectful of neighboring communities & businesses.
• Must have their own supply of dive mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, dive booties, rain gear etc.

Preferred Experience but NOT Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s
• CPR Certified
• Boat handling experience
• Scuba Certified
• Knowledgeable about Florida's Indian River Lagoon ecosystem
• Shellfish experience & knowledge

Compensation & Schedule:

Starting pay is commensurate with experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Application: Submit a cover letter, resumé & list of at least 3 references to Nicolette Mariano via email. OysterN------------

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please email Nicolette with any questions.

Job Types: Full-time,

Salary: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sebastian, FL 32958: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Animal handling: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time & Part-time, Contract

Salary: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Sunday
• On call
• Weekends as needed