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Join Our Team as an Aquatic Biology Technician!

Are you passionate about marine life and aquaculture? Do you thrive in outdoor environments and enjoy hands-on work? Cape d'Or Sustainable Seafoods Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic Aquatic Biology Technician to join our team in Wentworth, NS. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to sustainable seafood practices while working in a dynamic and engaging setting.

About the Role

This is a temporary position requiring 40 hours of work per week. As an Aquatic Biology Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our aquaculture operations, specifically focusing on salmon. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the analysis of data and preparation of reports
• Feeding aquaculture stock
• Cleaning and maintaining aquaculture enclosures
• Grading and weighing aquaculture stocks

Work Environment

Expect to work outdoors, often in or on water, and in wet or damp conditions. This role requires a strong commitment to quality and attention to detail, as you will be working in a fast-paced environment that demands manual dexterity and the ability to stand for extended periods.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• 5 years or more of relevant experience in aquaculture or marine biology
• Experience in animal care and field studies work, as well as livestock production programs
• Knowledge in basic research, data analysis, and quality control

Personal Qualities

We value individuals who are:

• Accurate and detail-oriented
• Excellent communicators
• Flexible and adaptable
• Judicious in their decision-making

Transportation Requirements

Candidates must have their own transportation to reach our work site.

Health Benefits

At Cape d'Or Sustainable Seafoods Inc., we care about our team’s well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Compensation

The hourly wage for this position is $18.00.

Location

This position is based in Wentworth, NS.

Ready to Dive In?

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to work in aquaculture, we encourage you to apply! Join us in our mission to promote sustainable seafood practices and make a positive impact on our marine ecosystems.

Screening Questions

As part of the application process, you will be asked the following screening questions:

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Join Cape d'Or Sustainable Seafoods Inc. and be part of a team dedicated to sustainable aquaculture and marine biology!

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.