Geoduck Diver

at  Taylor Shellfish Farms

Taylor Shellfish Farms is one of the largest producers of farmed shellfish in North America. The company is quickly growing in sustainable shellfish farming with new techniques and innovative growing methods. Visit our website at www.taylorshellfishfarms.com to learn more about our company.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

As a Geoduck Diver, you will be expected to dive harvest geoduck while maintaining a safe work environment at all times. In addition to dive harvesting, you will be responsible for geoduck beach harvest and geoduck farm maintenance as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have surface air certification and Geoduck Harvest dive experience.
• Must complete a dive physical or have had one completed within the past year.
• Employees in this position will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, excluding marijuana.
• Must complete safety orientation prior to working on the beach.
• Must be physically able to lift and handle sixty pounds.
• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Must wear proper safety gear when necessary.
• Must have the ability to swim.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and various times of day and night.
• A clean driving record in order to drive company vehicles is preferred.
• Must maintain proper employee conduct including being aware and respectful of time of day, noise level and the homeowners that surround the beaches.
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance
• Ability to sit, stand and/or walk on uneven ground up to 8hours per day.
• The employee will be required to stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and squat.
• The employee needs to be able to lift up to 60
• The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to speak and hear well enough to communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Must be able to use hands for repetitive simple grasping, pushing, and pulling.

Please refer the Job description for details