Freshwater Hatchery Worker

Freshwater Hatchery Worker (Koksilah, BC)
Cermaq Canada is currently looking to fill the full-time, permanent role of a Freshwater Hatchery Worker to our team at Oceans Hatchery (located near Duncan).
As an entry-level Hatchery Technician, you would be responsible for checking the operation of different systems as part of an established routine, such as oxygen level monitoring, checklists for different buildings and equipment, supporting other staff when loading fish and various other site-related activities.
Cermaq is an international salmon farming company, which prides itself on playing a leadership role in the global sector. We have a team of more than 3500 employees across Chile, Canada and Norway. A committed team that is proud to grow nutritious seafood for a competitive global market. At Cermaq, you become part of a meaningful and consistently developing workplace. We offer a wide range of job opportunities where you will be able to grow and learn in a rapidly advancing and dynamic sector. We support our employees’ personal development and make it possible for you to realize new ideas and initiatives. Our culture is informal and dedicated. We are smart people in rubber boots. We care for each other, for the environment and for our communities.
**Application Requirements**:

- Understanding and adherence to hatchery biosecurity, procedures and protocols
- Knowledge and experience with salmon hatchery operations would be an asset
- Proactive attitude to foresee and solve problems and ability to work as a team member

**Position Details**:

- This full-time position operates on 5 days on 2 days off schedule (not camp-based) working 40 hours per week. Possible overtime may be required depending on business needs
- The position may be required to work morning, afternoon, night shifts or on-call shifts
- Timely and reliable transportation will be required to travel to the hatchery to respond to alarm calls as needed
- Eligible for benefits upon hire including extended health, dental, and vision care, AD&D insurance; life and dependent insurance, and long-term disability insurance. RRSP matching available after 3-month probation completed.
- Vacation pay is accrued at a rate of 6% (3 weeks) per year

**Special Requirements**:

- Prerequisites to hiring are a fitness assessment, reference checks, and a criminal record check
- Only applicants who are legally allowed to work in Canada will be considered

**How to Apply**:
Cermaq Canada is an equal opportunities employer who provides a workplace that is free of discrimination.