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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

75

Job Duties:

Crops/Commodities: Clams and Oysters. Primary duties (performed the majority of workdays): Shellfish Farm Hands assist with the following tasks related to aquaculture/farming operation: cultivating, growing and harvesting oysters and clams (“shellfish”), through a four-part cultivation process; wash seed shellfish by hand with hose, assist with grading on shaking tables or graders, place juvenile shellfish in floats or cages for deployment in the water; when oysters mature and are ready for harvest, remove shellfish, wash and prepare for sale for pick up or local delivery and redeploy any shellfish not ready for market back in water; assist with cleaning, repairing and maintaining equipment (floats, trays and others). Workers must be able to perform manual and mechanized tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Must exercise independent judgment; may be asked to demonstrate tasks to other workers, but position does not include supervisory responsibilities. Work will be performed on land as well as by boat to locations where employer controls leases where shellfish are deployed and harvested. Packing House Attendants perform manual duties related to shellfish farming. Cultivate, grow, harvest, and pack shellfish. Receive shellfish at wharf from farms owned or controlled by the employer. Grade shellfish on shaking tables or graders. Wash and pack for sale, pick up, shipment, or local delivery. Redeploy any shellfish not ready for market. Clean, repair and maintain totes, trays, and others equipment. Assist with facility maintenance. Monitor product and packaging quality. Workers must be able to perform manual and mechanized tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Work is performed in a wet and refrigerated environment. Must wear assigned personal protective equipment when required. Employee is responsible for assinged PPE. Must report for work daily wearing work clothing and boots or other durable footwear. Workers wearing clothing inappropriate for work will not be permitted to start work. Outdoor work required, as clams and oysters are planted outside or grow in water based leased locations. Work may occur during light rain, snow, moderate winds, direct sun, high humidity and extreme temperatures. Temperatures in fields during working hours may vary. Workers may be required to work during occasional showers not severe enough to stop field operations. Allergies to ragweed, goldenrod, honey bees, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, or related chemicals may affect a worker's ability to perform the job. Work is done outdoors for long periods of time and requires prolonged periods of standing and/or walking, repetitive movements, and frequent bending and/or stooping. Workers must be able to handle, lift, and carry heavy or bulky objects (product, containers) in accordance with the specified lifting requirements. Supervisor(s) will provide instructions and directions to workers. Workers must be able to comprehend and follow instructions and communicate effectively to supervisors. Unusual, complex or non-routine activities will be supervised. Workers expected to perform basic duties in a proficient manner without close supervision. Employer is a drug free workplace. Employer-paid post-hire random drug testing required. Workers with a clean driving record (no major moving violations such as but not limited to Driving While Intoxicated or Reckless Driving) and able to obtain an insurable driver's license may drive company vehicles. Workers with appropriate licenses may transport other workers to-and-from employer provided housing directly to worksites each day and transporting workers between employer worksites during the workday and possibly carrying equipment/supplies and this may involve the worker(s) operating the vehicles across public roads in order to reach the other farm properties to perform their work.

Job Classification:

45-2093.00 - Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

No

Special Requirements:

Saturday work required. Additional hours may be offered, including weekends. Work is performed on land and in boats or on water. Work is performed in varying conditions including hot, cold, wet, and windy weather. Workers must understand and abide by all safety protocol. Workers must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. throughout the day and perform a variety of physical tasks including bending and kneeling while paying close attention to detail. Punctuality is crucial. Employer is a drug free workplace. Employer-paid post-hire random drug testing required.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

6:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Trade Name/Doing Business As:

Cherrystone Aqua-Farms

Company Name:

Ballard Fish & Oyster Co., LLC

Location:

Cape Charles, VA 23310

Worksite

Address:

1588 Townfield Dr, Cape Charles, VA 23310

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-25350-485779

Multiple Worksites:

No

Date Posted:

1/5/2026

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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