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Pacific Seafood

Shellfish Farm Worker

Coos Bay, OR

$18/hr

A Farm Worker at Pacific Shellfish is a key role on our farm team supporting efforts to optimize ... Prior experience with aquaculture farming * Bilingual (Spanish and English) The physical demands ...

Harvestroad

Farm Hands | Albany

Albany, NY · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

Join a supportive team and play a key role in sustainable shellfish farming. About us : Harvest Road Oceans (a part of the Harvest Road Group) is leading sustainable aquaculture in Western Australia.

AIS, Inc.

Oyster Hatchery Project Manager

Milford, CT · On-site

Sc. or equivalent in aquaculture, marine science, or a related field is an asset but consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant shellfish industry experience. Travel: * Travel is ...

Pacific Seafood

Shellfish Farm Worker

Coupeville, WA

$18.50/hr

Prior experience with aquaculture farming * Bilingual (Spanish and English) Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY - 42000370

Tallahassee, FL

$65K - $100K/yr

... commercial aquaculture producers, leases sovereign submerged lands for aquacultural purposes, and monitors shellfish processing plants and harvesting areas. Relevant provisions of law include ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for shellfish aquaculture in the United States is $17.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Shellfish Aquaculture job involves the cultivation of shellfish like oysters, clams, and mussels for consumption, restoration, or environmental benefits. Workers manage hatcheries, monitor water quality, and maintain gear such as nets and cages. Responsibilities also include harvesting shellfish, ensuring compliance with regulations, and protecting marine ecosystems. This role requires physical labor, knowledge of marine biology, and an understanding of sustainable aquaculture practices.

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Daily responsibilities in shellfish aquaculture often include monitoring and maintaining water quality, feeding and caring for shellfish stocks, ensuring all equipment is functioning properly, and collecting data on growth and health. You may also be involved in tasks like planting and harvesting shellfish, cleaning tanks or gear, and maintaining accurate records for regulatory compliance. Working closely with a team, you’ll contribute to both routine operations and problem-solving when environmental or operational challenges arise. This hands-on role is dynamic and can vary with the season and size of the aquaculture operation, offering a mix of fieldwork and data monitoring in both indoor and outdoor settings.

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To thrive in shellfish aquaculture, a solid understanding of marine biology, water quality management, and aquaculture techniques is essential, often supported by relevant degrees or hands-on experience. Familiarity with hatchery equipment, monitoring systems, and, in some cases, certifications such as food safety or aquaculture technician credentials is highly valued. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and attention to detail enable individuals to adapt to changing environmental conditions and collaborate effectively. These skills ensure sustainable operations, high-quality yields, and compliance with regulations, all crucial for long-term success in the field.

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Shellfish Farm Worker

Shellfish Farm Worker

Pacific Seafood

Coos Bay, OR

$18/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Pacific Seafood rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

145th of 380 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are a family-owned, 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' personal and professional growth, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Teamwork, Productivity, Quality, and Excellence-which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better. 
A Farm Worker at Pacific Shellfish is a key role on our farm team supporting efforts to optimize production and maintain a clean and safe work environment. This position involves harvesting, infrastructure maintenance, farm organization, and equipment operation and is ideal for someone who has physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in various environmental conditions.
Farm Operations: 
  1. Participate in seeding operations which include (but are not limited to) putting out lines, disking, and prepping lines for future crops. 
  2. Maintenance of rafts, lines, and farm structures 
  3. Participate in harvesting activities including sorting, cleaning, and packing oysters for sale. 
  4. Adhere to company health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. 
  5. Keep accurate records of activities and fill out necessary paperwork. 
  6. Handle various types of farm equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and harvesting equipment safely and efficiently. 
  7. Help with organizing the farm area and cleaning up as needed. 
  8. Be able to work safely and efficiently even in adverse weather conditions and on the water. 
  9. Manage the growth and harvesting of oyster lines.  
  10. Assist with packing operations when necessary in order to meet sales and customer needs.  
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary to support the overall goals and objectives of the position.
Education and Experience
  • Required
    • High school diploma or GED
  • Preferred
    • Valid driver's license.
    • Prior experience with aquaculture farming
    • Bilingual (Spanish and English)
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.
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
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:
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Product purchase program
  • Employee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family members
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.

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