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Do you want to contribute to feeding the planet by raising the next generation of healthy salmon? Would you like to work with some of the newest state of the art land-based recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) technology available? Then this Hatchery Technician position is for you!
We are currently seeking applications for a Hatchery Technician at our Big Tree Creek Hatchery. Applicants with aquaculture experience and/or relevant post-secondary education will be given preference as we are a company that embraces constant learning and industry professionalism. The ability to get along with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds and cultures is paramount. We look for employees who are self-motivated, well organized and have a positive attitude. Successful applicants must be physically fit and have a passion for taking care of animals.
Hatchery Technician Responsibilities:
• Feeding and all other care required for our fish.
• Cleaning, power-washing, and sanitizing to ensure a pristine environment for our fish and our employees.
• Accurate reporting, record keeping and document management.
• Conducting daily water quality checks.
• Assisting with fish health sampling and grading fish by size.
• Monitoring fish behavior, appearance and health.
• Operating mobile and all other site equipment when authorized and trained.
Note that this position is a 4 days on and 3 days off schedule (40 hours per shift) and requires daily commuting from our Campbell River marshalling area (crew transportation is provided).
Closing Date: March 31, 2023