Freshwater Aquaculture Technician

**Job description**

Located in the Fraser Valley, Miracle Springs Inc. (MSI) is BC’s largest land-based Rainbow Trout and Arctic Charr producer. MSI is growing again and is looking for a **career oriented** Freshwater Aquaculture Technician to join our team.

**Duties**
- Routine system checks of flow through and Partial RAS systems;
- Feeding, Grading and Weights Checks:

- Assist with harvest, spawning, egg, fry and fish care;
- Maintain accurate records;
- Cleaning and maintenance of water treatment systems and equipment, including effluent and discharge;
- Cleaning and disinfecting equipment and tanks;
- Collecting and analyzing water samples for suitable fish rearing guidelines;
- Alarm response;
- Support fellow team members;
- Other duties as may be assigned.

**General Expectations**
- Positive attitude;
- The ability to work well in a team setting;
- Be a hard worker;
- Be flexible - aquaculture is not a 9 to 5 kind of job;
- Organized with the ability to prioritize tasks;
- Good problem-solving and communication skills;
- Ability to follow instructions both written and oral;
- Ability to hold yourself accountable in your actions and behaviours;
- Attention to detail;
- Demonstrate initiative, and;
- Work well with mínimal supervision.

**Requirements**:

- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Completion of secondary school
- Working knowledge of MS Office products, specifically excel
- legally eligible to work in Canada and/or possession of a valid work permit

**Details**

Hours of work are generally 730 am - 415 pm, however, some weekend, extended hours and overnight coverage will be required. We offer a competitive benefits package, RRSP/TFSA match and on-site accommodation while on shift to reduce commutes, if required. Salary commensurate with experience.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $23.00++ per hour to start, depending on experience

**Salary**: From $23.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Retention bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Mission, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Aquaculture: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person