What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm Hand position at Rushing Waters Fisheries?
Title: Farm
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
FTE: Full Time
Pay Grade: $16.00 an hour or more
Overview
Are you a motivated, hard-working individual? Do you like to work with team members with the same qualities? If so, we would love to have you join our team!
Rushing Waters Fisheries raises premium quality Rainbow Trout on an 80-acre farm in Palmyra, WI. In addition to raising premium quality trout, Rushing Waters has an FDA/HACCP certified production facility that is run by a passionate team of local residents. Our pledge for quality has inspired a delicious line of value-added seafood products including but not limited to hot smoked fish, spreads, crab cakes and salmon burgers.
Rushing Waters Fisheries is seeking team members to help raise rainbow trout from egg to harvest outside on a fish farm.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Work with management to fulfill production plans and goals
· Communicate needs of the farm to management including inputs, feed, tools, equipment
· Communicate issues with hatchery/fish to management in a timely manner
· Be able to follow very detailed instructions for the care and health of live animals
· Feed, clean and care for live trout at all life stages
Preferred:
· Farming experience
Requirements:
· Ability to work independently and as a team.
· Must be able to lift and move up to 60-75 pounds.
· Must be able to work outside year around in Wisconsin Weather while wearing waders
FULL-TIME BENEFITS INCLUDE:
· Health/Dental/Vision insurance
· PTO
· 401(k) retirement plan
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Palmyra, WI 53156: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16