Job Description

Waterfield Technologies, Inc. (WTI) is looking for a worker interested in helping to maintain and expand our Aquaculture, related business.

WTI operates a multitrophic aquaculture facility that provides seeds of several freshwater species, supplying a wide range of aquaculture farms across the United States and Caribbean.

WTI works at the intersection of animals, plants, and bacterial communities that all must work together for consistent operations as well as optimized yields and profits.

Ideal candidates are interested in pursuing a career in freshwater aquaculture with an interest in sustainable food production, but no aquaculture experience is required. If Aquaculture, agriculture, or farming of any kind has been of interest, but have no experience, this can be a great way to learn.

This position will be focused primarily on maintaining and expanding existing facilities but will have some requirements to help the production team when they are short-handed. 

Maintenance and construction work will involve tasks like repairing or expanding existing greenhouses, production buildings, and fish tanks along with their support systems like electrical and plumbing. This work will require a high level of mechanical aptitude and common sense using tools and equipment. Existing systems are "Farm-Grade" which is a euphemism for building inexpensively, not always the best way, and many are old. So some aptitude for dealing with 'funky' old equipment is a plus. The company is under new management and old systems are slowly being upgraded and replaced, but a lot of older systems still need to be used and maintained until there is time for all areas to be overhauled.

• Light carpentry - building / repairing of wooden equipment, small sheds, etc.
• Basic metalwork - repairing of steel greenhouse frames, some welding experience a +, but not required.
• Handling use and repair of greenhouse polyethylene plastic.
• Familiarity with basic electrical systems and troubleshooting areas like GFI circuit breakers, relay-based control systems, simple alarm circuits, etc. 
• Light engine maintenance for backup electrical generators, gas water pumps, power washers, etc. 
• Familiarity with basic parts of gas water heaters (Thermocouples, gas valves, etc.).
• Plumbing of PVC, copper, or black-iron pipe.
• Basic electric pump and air blower maintenance.
• Ideally, familiarity with basic water recirculating systems like drum-filters, bio-filters, and similar equipment, but not required - we will train.
• Ideally, some understanding of fish biology and basic areas is needed for maintaining healthy aquatic animals. But not required - we will train.

Requirements:

• Experience in all of these areas is not required, but a strong desire to learn is necessary. 
• On-the-job training will be provided in any area encountered.
• The ability to drive a truck and trailer and assist with deliveries if needed is an added benefit. 
• Being organized and Neat is an essential requirement. (Applicants with OCD about overly neat & organization preferred)
• Good Aptitude and Attitude to learn and 'make it work' is essential.

This is an entry-level position and the candidate will generally be assisting the current maintenance manager, but will also work independently depending on the project needs from day to day. Thus the ability to work on one's own and be self-motivated is important. The candidate needs to be physically fit, and able to lift 30 to 50 lb. bags, equipment, etc. A strong ability to handle work outside, often in full sun on hot days, and occasionally in hot greenhouses. Occasionally you will need to work in bathing suits and water shoes when servicing some equipment.

Production work when occasionally needed will involve handling fish, getting into fish tanks to pull nets, grading fish, and similar work.

WTI currently has one production location but will be expanding in several areas in the US, and over time internationally, so there will be room to grow into maintenance, construction, or production work at new locations over the next few years. Depending on the candidate's preferences, the ability to transition into direct production or some research and specialty breeding work locally or at new locations will be an option.

This is primarily full-time work but could accommodate part-time workers with 30 hours or more availability per week.

There is an on-site one-bedroom trailer with a kitchen and a separate laundry area. The trailer is rent-free for workers who may need housing.
Some on-call night alarm coverage work is needed as part of using the on-site living. On-call alarm coverage is shared with two other individuals who also live on-site.

Work will start at an entry-level pay scale, but there are multiple opportunities available for overtime, and time and a half for early morning work. The living area comes rent-free including utilities as part of compensation.

Advancement to higher pay levels available in time or new locations.

Standard benefits of paid vacations, paid sick days, and wellness bonuses. 

Please submit your resume, or description of relevant work experience.

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