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Oyster Shuckers

Purcell's Seafood, Inc.

Burgess, VA

$15.45 per hour

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ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+18048155848
Email address to Apply:
purcellsseafood_rich@va.metrocast.net

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
20
Job Duties:
Open and remove oyster meat from shell, Separate meat by size/quality, Prepare oysters for wholesale/retail sale, Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment, Place oysters in containers, Seal and pack oysters in containers, Move, dump, and distribute raw product, Remove oysters from boats or trucks, Occasionally use material handling equipment (shell stock washer, scales and equipment to handle shellfish), Freeze and place oysters in containers See attached Addendum.
Job Classification:
51-3022.00 - Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers

The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:
No
Special Requirements:
Lift/carry up to 75 pounds. The employer maintains a workplace free from the use of illegal drugs, alcohol, and unauthorized controlled substances. The use, possession, sale, or being under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol during working time or on employer premises is prohibited. The employer may conduct lawful, job-related screening of applicants, including inquiries into criminal history, where permitted by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Any consideration of criminal history will be conducted on an individualized basis and employment decisions will be made in a nondiscriminatory manner consistent with applicable laws and business necessity. No infectious diseases; seafood allergies may be fatal.
Number of Hours Per Week:
44
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
6:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Purcell's Seafood, Inc.
Location:
Burgess, VA 22432

Worksite

Address:
88 Shipping Point Drive, Burgess, VA 22432

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-400-26184-077452
Multiple Worksites:
No
Additional Wage Information:
Overtime is not guaranteed but if worked rate is paid at time and a half per hour above 40 hours per week. Raise/bonus a
Date Posted:
7/28/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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