Fisheries Technician

Cantrell Creek Trout Farm LLC

Trout farming and stocking in the most beautiful part of the country!

Outdoor activity wonderland

Year-round
Posted: Mar 14, 2024

Fisheries Technician

Location
Brevard, North Carolina
Wages/Pay
$22.00 - $28.00 / hour
Experience Level
Previous experience required
Job Start Date
Job Starts: Mar 14, 2024

Seeking a Fisheries Technician:

Surrounded by state and national forests, Cantrell Creek Trout Farm LLC (CCTF) is nestled in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. CCTF raises healthy rainbow, brook, and brown trout at our sustainable hatchery and production facility primarily for sport and restoration stocking in wild and private waters throughout the Southeast.

The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, in and around water, with people and trout, has education and experience in aquaculture and a positive, customer-focused attitude. The Fisheries Technician will perform all farm duties required in the rearing of trout from egg hatching to trophy production, as well as delivering trout to customers, stocking in wild to private waters from the mountains to the coast. Additional farm duties include seasonal projects and ongoing maintenance.

The Fisheries Technician is expected to lift materials up to 75 lbs, work indoors and outdoors, in and around water in varying climatic conditions year round. Must have clean driving record and background check. A plus to be able to drive manual transmission (higher compensation given to proficient drivers). Must have excellent math skills, be able to use Excel proficiently. Mechanical/ plumbing/ automotive/ construction skills desirable.

Schedule: Full time: rotating schedule including weekends and holidays

Salaried position ($22-$28/hr equivalent). Salary commensurate with experience.

Position offers opportunities for advancement within our team. In addition, clothing and gear required for various farm duties will be provided.

Benefits: Benefits include paid time off, health expense stipend, short term disability & supplemental insurance (AFLAC).

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to order@stockrainbow.com

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