Boat Operator I

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community.  We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance.  We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary: 

The Boat Operator I is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of farm skiffs and harvest vessels. Under the direction of the Shellfish Farm Manager, you will learn and perform the duties associated with the daily operations of shellfish farming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate skiffs and large harvest vessels safely and efficiently in inclement weather and adverse conditions, while keeping them clean and in operating condition.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on the boats and skiffs. Report complex mechanical issues to Farm Manager and other mechanical staff to arrange for repairs
• Plant and cultivate oysters and clams to produce high quality, high yielding product
• Mechanically harvest oysters in a manner that will optimize efficiency and crop yields.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently or lead a crew and train others when necessary
• Maintain highly detailed records
• Participate in the writing of inventories and reports
• Work to continuously improve operations with respect to quality, safety, inventory levels, and operating expenses
• Assist with shell bag operations and harvesting of oysters
• Safely operate various equipment including, but not limited to forklifts, and company motor vehicles
• Demonstrate expert understanding of beds and bed layouts
• Become knowledgeable of all bay operations, including, but not limited to, shellfish population and production metrics, and production and processing methods
• Follow and enforce health, safety, environmental and HACCP guidelines
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

What You Bring to Pacific Seafood:

Required:

• College degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Fisheries or two plus years industry experience

Preferred:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience operating heavy equipment
• Valid driver’s license
• Captain’s license
• Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time
• Must possess strong computer skills in MS Office Suite, primarily Word and Excel.

Total compensation:

At Pacific Seafood your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing match
• Paid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation and personal time
• Employee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.