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Join Our Team as an Aquaculture Worker!

Are you passionate about the environment and looking for a rewarding career in aquaculture? WFN Fish Farms Limited Partnership is excited to announce an opening for an Aquaculture Worker at our facility in beautiful Forest Hill, NS. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on sustainable fish farming, specifically in trout aquaculture.

About the Job

This is a permanent position that offers a dynamic work environment where you will be engaged in various tasks essential to the operation of our aquaculture facility. You will work outdoors, often in wet and hot conditions, and be part of a rural setting that allows you to connect with nature while contributing to our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and dry aquaculture equipment to prevent disease.
• Feed aquaculture stock and maintain equipment.
• Operate aquaculture equipment and report stock irregularities to supervisors.
• Write daily basic progress reports and assist in data analysis.
• Cull, mark, or tag aquaculture stocks and maintain enclosures.
• Grade and weigh aquaculture stocks.
• Assist aquaculture technicians in the operation of fish hatcheries or aquatic farms.

Work Environment

As an Aquaculture Worker, you will be working:

• Outdoors and in/on water
• In wet/damp and hot conditions

Requirements

• Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required.
• Experience: Will train; no prior experience necessary.
• Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 48 hours per week
• Transportation: Own transportation is required; public transport is not available. A valid driver's license is necessary.

Physical Capabilities

This role involves:

• Repetitive tasks and handling heavy loads (up to 23 kg or 50 lbs).
• Bending, crouching, and kneeling.
• Attention to detail is crucial.

Personal Suitability

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Dependable and flexible
• Exhibit good judgment
• A true team player

Benefits

At WFN Fish Farms Limited Partnership, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Benefits: Dental plan, disability benefits, health care plan, paramedical services coverage, and vision care benefits.
• Financial Benefits: Group insurance benefits, life insurance, and a pension plan.
• Long-Term Benefits: Long-term care insurance and maternity/parental benefits.
• Other Benefits: Free parking, on-site amenities, housing options, and paid time off for volunteering or personal days.

Salary

The hourly wage for this position is $18.00.

Location

This position is based in Forest Hill, NS.

Are You Ready to Dive In?

If you are enthusiastic about aquaculture and ready to contribute to a sustainable future, we encourage you to apply! Join us at WFN Fish Farms Limited Partnership and be part of a team that makes a difference.

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.