At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community.  We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance.  We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.

Summary: 

The Boat Operator I at Pacific Seafood is a key role on our farm team supporting efforts to maintain efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible shellfish farming operations. This position involves efficient operation of farm skiffs and harvest vessels and is ideal for someone who is safety conscious and able to troubleshoot and fix issues efficiently.  

Key Responsibilities:
 

Operations Management:  

Operate skiffs and large harvest vessels safely and efficiently in inclement weather and adverse conditions, while keeping them clean and in operating condition. 

Plant and cultivate oysters and clams to produce high quality, high yielding product. 

Mechanically harvest oysters in a manner that will optimize efficiency and crop yields. 

Demonstrate ability to work independently or lead a crew and train others when necessary. 

Assist with shell bag operations and harvesting of oysters. 

Safely operate various equipment including, but not limited to forklifts, and company motor vehicles. 

Demonstrate expert understanding of beds and bed layouts. 

Become knowledgeable of all bay operations, including, but not limited to, shellfish population and production metrics, and production and processing methods. 

Follow and enforce health, safety, environmental and HACCP guidelines.  

Maintenance and Reporting:  

Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on the boats and skiffs. Report complex mechanical issues to Farm Manager and other mechanical staff to arrange for repair. 

Maintain highly detailed records. 

Participate in the writing of inventories and reports. 

Work to continuously improve operations with respect to quality, safety, inventory levels, and operating expenses. 

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary to support the overall goals and objectives of the position.

Core Competencies and skills:

Communication SkillAdaptabilityPreventative Maintenance PlanningAttention to DetailProblem SolvingProcess Improvement

Education and Experience:
 Required

High School Diploma/GEDMinimum 2 years boat operation experience in a related industryPreferredBilingual in English and Spanish, both verbally and writtenPrior experience operating heavy equipmentPhysical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member: 

Must be available to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays. 

Must be able to watch and react to changing situations, to ensure safety. 

Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. 

Ability to stand or walk for long periods. 

Ability to use hands and fingers to carefully complete tasks and skillful actions, making sure to pay close attention to details and accuracy. 

Ability to read a limited number of two and three-syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. 

Ability to print and speak simple sentences. 

Ability to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. 

Capable of working and communicating in loud environments, while focusing on tasks. 

Capable of training in using specialized tools and equipment pertinent to operations. 

Capable of solving simple math equations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working Conditions:

The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to: 

Traditional warehouse and distribution facility environment 

Large, specialized equipment 

Large moving equipment 

High noise level 

Exposure to cold/freezing temperatures 

Exposure to hazardous materials 

Wet environment 

Safety equipment (hair nets, gloves, smock, etc.) 

Well-illuminated environment 

Scents related to the production facility 

 Pay Range: $20.00 - $23 per hour

Total compensation:
At Pacific Seafood your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short term disabilityFlexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing matchPaid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days, paid holidays, vacation and personal timeEmployee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family membersProduct purchase program

Pacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.