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Oyster Farm Hand

Aphrodite Oysters South Thomaston, ME

AphroditeOysterShell

Description

Seasonal part-time to full-time (25-45 hours/week)

Aphrodite Oysters is an oyster farm located in South Thomaston, Maine; operating from April into December of each year. Aphrodite Oysters is looking to hire a part-time to full-time Farm Hand for the upcoming 2024 season. Prior experience is most definitely appreciated but we are willing to train someone who is willing and determined to learn.

Duties

  • Duties will include general farm site work, including:
  • Arranging, cleaning, and sorting oysters, as well as rotation on stock onsite
  • Cleaning, sorting, harvesting, and preparing oysters for market
  • Delivering Oysters

Requirements

  • Operation of a motor boat and experience working on the water is preferred
  • Previous aquaculture, agriculture, or commercial fishing experience is preferred
  • Personal transportation and a valid driver's license required
  • Must be able to lift 50 pds
  • Able to work in adverse weather conditions and maintain a positive attitude
  • Depenability and reliability
  • Ability to communicate farm data and work details clearly and accurately

To Apply

Please send questions, letter of interest, resume, and references to: [email protected]