Oyster Farmer
Oyster Farmer
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$19.50 - $30.00 Hourly
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and GreenhouseAgricultural Workers, All OtherFarmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
Apply for this role →Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Samish Bay - Bow, WA 98232, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $19.50 - $30.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Varied schedule based on tide., Wage Range: Hourly+ Production Bonus $19.50-$30.00
As a member of the oyster crew, which is an intertidal worker that is responsible for taking part in the harvest which is done primarily by forking or handpicking oysters into a container such as an oyster tub or bushel basket. Forking involves using a pitchfork like device that you push along the surface of the beach to collect oysters. Crewmembers must be comfortable lifting heavy amounts on, sometimes, uneven ground. Oyster tubs are to be fully filled for pick up by another crew to be counted for pay. A crewmember is responsible for the equipment assigned to them, and be able to work day or night tides in all types of weather conditions. This means the crewmembers must wear appropriate protective clothing. Oyster crews are to report to their crew boss for hours, places, and transportation. Oyster crews are often assigned to other tasks such as digging clams and must be open and available to work this position as well.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Digging clams
Picking oysters
Would be a plus if you have experience on forklift or tractor, but not required
General maintenance of farm
Must be a hard worker
Qualifications:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must be a hard worker
Must maintain proper employee conduct including being aware and respectful of time of day, noise level, and the homeowners that surround the beaches.
Must be able to swim.
Must complete safety orientation prior to working on the beach.
Must be physically able to lift and handle sixty pounds.
Must wear proper safety gear when necessary.
Must work well with crew members.
Must be capable of understanding and following orders. Follow crew boss instructions and be accountable to them
Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and various times of the day and night.
May be required to work at other work sites/locations as needed
May be required to do other tasks as needed
Must pick up any garbage found on the beach and never leave any of their own garbage on the beach.
Ability to stand and/or walk on uneven ground
The employee may be required to stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and squat
The vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Must be able to speak and hear well enough to communicate with co-workers.
Must be able to use hands for repetitive simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation
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Level
Entry
Salary
$19.50 - $30.00 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Occupation
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
Industry
Shellfish Farming
Posted
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