Hatchery Technician

Blue Ocean Mariculture is hiring a Hatchery Technician in Waimea, HI, focusing on sustainable aquaculture. Responsibilities include monitoring fish and live feeds, cleaning tanks, and data management. Candidates should have a BS in Aquaculture or 2 years of experience. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and a monthly allowance for Hawaiian Kanpachi. Preference is for local candidates as there is no relocation assistance.
Preference will be given to candidates already residing in Hawaii. There is no relocation reimbursement available for this position.

About Us

Blue Ocean Mariculture is the leader in sustainable open-ocean aquaculture in the USA. We are the exclusive producer of Hawaiian Kanpachi, a premium sashimi-grade fish coveted by chefs at top sushi and fine dining restaurants everywhere. Hawaiian Kanpachi are raised in the clear, clean waters off Kona, Hawaii using the most environmentally sustainable farming methods.

Our company offers an amazing opportunity to work with a team of passionate individuals who care deeply about aquaculture, the sustainability of our oceans, and responsible fish farming. We are on a mission to promote ethical production of fish, and we're looking for people who share our values. Join us and make a positive impact on the world!

Benefits We Offer
• Health Insurance Plan with 85% company-paid premiums for just you or your qualified family members. Blue Ocean offers medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with two different health carriers to choose from.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% company match with a plethora of self-directed investment allocations so you choose how your contributions are invested.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with a starting accrual of four (4) weeks per year (160 hours), increasing at three (3) years and six (6) years of working with Blue Ocean.
• Paid Community Service Hours up to 24 hours per year through independent volunteering or with Blue Ocean group activities.
• Let's Eat Fish! allowance of up to $100 per month (you can order weekly) of Hawaiian Kanpachi in either whole fish, filets, or Kanpachi collars.

About the Role

Blue Ocean Mariculture is looking for a technician to join our Hatchery team. The Hatchery team is responsible for the day-to-day operation of our hatchery departments – Broodstock, Live Feeds, Larval Rearing, and Nursery.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Monitor & respond to the condition of fish/live feeds.
• Prepare & dispense feed per plan.
• Collect/harvest eggs and live feeds.
• Clean filters, systems and tanks, including working with chemicals.
• Handle fish, requiring getting into tanks.
• Monitor water quality and minor mechanical and electrical systems.
• Adhere to biosecurity protocols.
• Collect and record management data and enter into computer databases.
• Count, sample, assess fish, rotifer, and artemia.
• Feed larval fish and monitor larvae condition.
• Respond to hatchery alarms when assigned on-call.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You'll Bring
• BS in Aquaculture or 2 years of experience with aquaculture systems.
• Knowledge of aquaculture systems & fish husbandry including laboratory protocols.
• Ability to follow and communicate technical instructions and safety procedures in oral and written formats.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to consistently lift 50lbs, climb 4ft into tanks, and work in a sunny, hot and humid environment.
• Ability to follow and communicate technical instructions and safety procedures in oral and written formats.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity. Blue Ocean is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.