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Fish Farm Manager Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

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How much do fish farm manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for fish farm manager in Portland, OR is $62,873.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $72,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fish farm manager do?

A Fish Farm Manager oversees the daily operations of a fish farming facility, ensuring the health and growth of fish stock, managing staff, and maintaining equipment. Their responsibilities include monitoring water quality, feeding schedules, disease prevention, and harvesting fish. They also handle budgeting, record-keeping, and compliance with environmental regulations. The goal is to maximize fish production efficiently and sustainably while maintaining high standards for fish welfare and product quality.

What are some common challenges faced by fish farm managers, and how can they be addressed?

Fish Farm Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining optimal water quality, preventing disease outbreaks, and ensuring consistent stock growth. These challenges require strong monitoring skills, familiarity with biosecurity protocols, and the ability to respond quickly to environmental or operational changes. Collaborating with veterinarians, technicians, and suppliers is essential to address issues proactively and maintain a healthy, productive farm. Staying updated on best practices and investing in staff training can also help mitigate these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fish farm manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fish Farm Manager, you need expertise in aquaculture, biology, and farm operations, often supported by a degree in fisheries, aquaculture, or a related field. Familiarity with water quality monitoring systems, feeding automation tools, and basic fish health diagnostics is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help manage staff and coordinate production efficiently. These skills ensure healthy stock, optimized yields, and smooth daily operations critical to the success and sustainability of a fish farm.

What is the difference between Fish Farm Manager vs Fish Hatchery Technician?

AspectFish Farm ManagerFish Hatchery Technician
CredentialsRelevant degrees or certifications in aquaculture or fisheries managementCertifications in fish hatchery operations or aquaculture technology
Work EnvironmentOversees entire fish farm operations, including staff management and production planningHandles daily hatchery tasks like egg incubation, fry care, and maintaining hatchery equipment
Industry UsageUsed in commercial aquaculture farms, fish farms, and aquaculture facilitiesCommonly employed in hatchery facilities, research centers, and breeding programs

The main difference is that a Fish Farm Manager oversees the entire operation, including staff and production, while a Fish Hatchery Technician focuses on hatchery-specific tasks like egg incubation and fry care. Both roles require aquaculture knowledge, but the manager has broader responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Fish Farm Manager job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,873 per year, or $30.2 per hour.

Driver - OVERNIGHT - AVAILABILITY REQUIRED 11PM TO 9AM

New Seasons Market

Portland, OR • On-site

$18.75 - $23.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New


New Seasons Market rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 123 rated grocery stores


Job description

Driver

New Seasons Market began in 2000 as a neighborhood market, a place where local communities can come together to connect with where their food comes from. A friendly, inviting place that honors its region's farmers, ranchers, growers and makers. Today we are part of Good Food Holdings; a collection of regional specialty grocers committed to serving our communities with the highest quality of products and great service, where our goal remains the same: to build community through good food.

Driver's deliver bakery and other items as requested to New Seasons Market (NSM) stores in the Oregon/SW Washington region. Operates a variety of vehicles including Sprinter Vans, Ambient Box Trucks, and Refrigerated Trucks up to 26,000 GVW. May assist as needed in other supply chain functions such as fulfillment, receiving or pick-up and drop-off of products to local vendors.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Drives NSM fleet vehicles and rental fleet including Sprinter Vans, Ambient Box Trucks, and Refrigerated Trucks up to 26,000 GVW.
  • Delivers bakery and other items as requested to New Seasons Market stores in the Oregon/SW Washington region.
  • Makes special deliveries or pick-ups as assigned in support of small vendor, local vendor, B Line, Greenwheels or other NSM supported programs.
  • Drives established or assigned delivery routes with attention to safety, schedule, and product integrity.
  • Partners with team to uphold security of vehicles and docks, performing truck cab inspections and maintaining truck cleanliness. Assist chaining trucks when required. Inspects Fuels vehicles and maintains fuel levels above 1/2 tank.
  • Adheres to all food safety/ HACCP procedure and policies. Follows all safety precautions and regulations.
  • Completes and turns in DVIR's, and Temperature logs daily.
  • Performs truck inspections and communicates truck repair and maintenance needs to Transportation Supervisor.
  • Communicates delays in routes or deliveries to Transportation Supervisor.
  • Assists as needed across all department functions during increased delivery times for holidays, special ads or events. May include assisting with receiving of products or fulfillment of orders for shipment to the stores.
  • Immediately reports any vehicular accident, injury, loss of goods, damage to property or vehicle damage.
  • Operates motorized and non-motorized pallet jacks or other mechanical lift devices.
  • Coordinates with store or other location personnel at the receiving point and other areas within the stores, docks, or equipment areas. Adheres to neighborhood noise agreements where applicable.
  • Picks up company equipment such as dollies, pallets, totes, and fish boxes.
  • Maintains professional vendor relationships.
  • Maintains cleanliness, organization and rotation of all areas, products and supplies.
  • Handles damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.
  • Notifies manager or location specific Manager On Duty of any situations relating to customer service, safety, productivity, security or any other situation that may have an adverse effect on a store or other work sites.
  • Tools and Equipment Used (not all inclusive): This position works with standard office equipment. May be required to use the following tools and equipment when working in stores or offsite; baler, hand truck, POS, industrial kitchen equipment (i.e. blast chiller, grill, knives/blades, oven, grills, scales, etc.) and basic housekeeping / janitorial items.
  • This position works consistently at a medium work level and may be asked to work on occasion at a heavy work level when supporting stores or other offsite events.
  • Continuously required to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance. Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance. May push and pull loads up to 100 pounds of pulling resistance.
  • Occasionally required to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout shift. Up to occasionally, dependent on location, required to climb stairs, step stool and /or ladders.
  • Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function within our company. New Seasons Market / New Leaf Community Markers reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet changing industry or business needs as necessary.

What you Bring as a Candidate:

  • Minimum of 2 years professional driving experience required.
  • Due to Federal and State Regulations, must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must hold and maintain a valid Oregon or Washington State driver license.
  • Valid DOT medical card required.
  • Must provide a pre-employment 5-year driving record abstract (obtainable from DML of DOL). 5 year abstract must be accident free.
  • Subject to DOT post-accident testing and other testing as required.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with ability to respond to urgent job responsibilities as they arise and flexible when priorities redirect.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy, to collaborate, negotiate and communicate effectively and professionally with cross-functional partners at all levels in the company.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment around sensitive information.

Physical and Environmental Work Space: Work occurs in a grocery store and warehouse environment which includes surfaces that can be wet and slippery, moderate noise level, and temperature extremes in controlled environments in the cooler and freezer, and depending on location, working outside in all temperatures. There may be exposure to certain allergens and / or chemicals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other applicable state or local law, we will make reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Benefits Information

All staff have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our 30% staff shopping discount. Full-time, regular-status staff that regularly work 24 hours or more per week and have worked for 60 days are eligible for medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits. Full-time, part-time, and temporary staff who have worked for 60 days and are at least 21 years of age may participate in the 401(k) program. Employees begin accruing PTO on their first day of employment; the amount they accrue depends on hours worked and tenure. Staff may be eligible for paid holidays, depending on schedule and tenure. Additional benefits include supplemental leave pay (such as parental or bereavement), a store incentive program based on financial & operational goals, paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)3 non-profit, discounts on some forms of public transportation, adoption assistance, and up to $40 reimbursement for dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries for their birthday.


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