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Job Description

Full Time:

Yes

Number of Workers Requested:

1

Job Duties:

Fall (August-Dec): Nursery Operations - Set up and operate hatchery systems for oyster growing - Monitor seed growth and mortality - Clean/repair nursery tanks - Count and volumize seed into silos Winter (Dec-Mar): Nursery Maintenance - Monitor seeds in overwintering systems like FLUPSYs - Clean/repair nursery gear and equipment - Maintain dock infrastructure and water systems- Track growth and survival of oysters Spring (Mar-May): Transition to Grow-Out - Grade seed and prep oysters for deployment - Transfer juveniles to cages, bags, or bottom gear - Assist in site preparation and water quality monitoring Early Summer (June): Grow-Out & Harvest Support - Assist with early harvest of overwintered oysters - Maintain gear and record harvest metrics - General farm work and cleanup

Job Classification:

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

Job Requirements

Experience Required:

Yes

Months of Experience Required:

1

Special Requirements:

One month of experience in oyster aquaculture, marine biology fieldwork, or similar work involving aquatic species or nursery operations. Willingness to work early mornings or weekends depending on tides or workload. Ability to follow safety procedures and handle live shellfish and aquaculture equipment. No formal education required; training will be provided on site.

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule (Start/End time):

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Trade Name/Doing Business As:

Oysterponds Shellfish LLC

Company Name:

Oysterponds Shellfish LLC

Location:

Orient, NY 11957-1116

Worksite

Address:

21920 Main Road, Orient, NY 11957

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:

H-300-25161-076845

Multiple Worksites:

No

Additional Wage Information:

0

Date Posted:

7/14/2025

Piece Rate Offer

$0.00

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