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Rushing Waters Fisheries
Fish Farmer
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What they do
A Fisher or Fishing Worker catches, maintains, cultivates or harvests marine or freshwater fish and shellfish. May work for large commercial or private operations to catch and sell fish to local and/or international markets. Some are deckhands and boat operators for recreational charter fishing trips.
$38,931 / year median in Wisconsin
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Fish Farmer $17/hr+ (based on experience) Overview Are you a motivated, hard-working individual who enjoys working outdoors and being a part of a dedicated team? If so, we'd love to have you join Rushing Waters Fisheries! Located on an 80-acre farm in Palmyra, Rushing Waters Fisheries raises premium-quality Rainbow Trout and produces a delicious line of value-added seafood products. We're seeking dependable team members to join our operation in either a full-time, year-round position and a seasonal summer position running from June through September. Whether you're looking for long-term employment or seasonal work, you'll be part of a hardworking team dedicated to raising high-quality trout and producing premium seafood products. This position is ideal for individuals who:
- Enjoy hands-on, physical work
- Thrive in a team-oriented environment
- Take pride in producing high-quality products
- Are dependable, motivated, and eager to learn Duties and Responsibilities
- Feed, clean, and care for live trout at all life stages
- Follow detailed instructions for the care and health of live animals
- Communicate hatchery or fish health issues to management in a timely manner
- Work with management to fulfill production plans and goals
- Communicate farm needs to management, including inputs, feed, tools, and equipment Requirements
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to work outside year around in Wisconsin Weather while wearing waders
- Must be able, without assistance, to repeatedly lift and carry up to 70 pounds.
- Must be able to maintain a high level of frequency in other physical activities such as reaching, standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling and crouching. Preferred Qualifications
- Previous farming experience
- Forklift Certification Join a growing company where hard work, teamwork, and quality matter every day.