Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Title: Farm Operator | Location: Homestead, Florida Reports to: Bluehouse manager | Classification: ☐Exempt ☒ Non-exempt

At Atlantic Sapphire, we are re-imagining and implementing the most innovative and scalable approach to producing protein. Our salmon is raised in a revolutionary Bluehouse™ – the equivalent of a Greenhouse where fish are given ideal conditions to thrive. We are a Norwegian publicly traded company, and our US Operations are based out of Homestead, FL.

When joining Atlantic Sapphire, you are not only working in a company that cares about people’s health and well-being, but also for the health of our planet. We are a team committed to our fish, planet, and people. Our culture is fast-paced, courageous, innovative, diverse, team-based and driven to build a common goal.

Blue Is The New Green! www.atlanticsapphire.com

Job Summary:

The farm operator position is responsible for the daily monitoring and maintenance of the system, ensuring good fish health, and ensuring essential farm tasks are completed. This position includes interaction with the system and the fish so situational awareness and alertness are paramount.

Job Description:

Core areas of responsibility are:

Complete daily system checklists.

Collect aquaculture samples

Monitor system operation and fish behavior.

Maintain strict biosecurity protocols.

Operate, adjust, and refill feed systems.

Collect, classify, and remove mortality.

Collect and maintain accurate records.

Interface with computers and apps.

Assist in fish growth sampling and transfers.

Maintain a clean workspace.

Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Troubleshoot, repair, replace and/or clean mechanical equipment (pumps, drums, pipe flanges, etc.).

Maintain cleanliness of water quality sensors (oxygen, pH, etc.).

Safely handle live fish.

This job requires a smartphone

Preferred Education and Experience:

Skills, competences, and knowledge to perform the work

No background required. Employees receive on the job training.

Background in aquaculture, recirculating aquaculture systems, fisheries, or fish handling preferred Experience with mechanical, or pipeline work is desired.

Knowledge and use of hand tools, power tools, and related safety considerations preferred.

Willingness to collaborate with team members

Ability to work in complex multi-tasking environments

Ability to work well independently and as part of a dynamic team.

Ability to think critically and solve problems.

Ability to speak honestly and voice concerns.

Work Environment This job operates in a combined office and farm/production and construction environment.

Expected hours of work:

This job is hourly, and schedules may include daytime, nighttime, weekend, and holiday shifts. Lunch break is 1 hour and is coordinated daily with your manager. The facility is 24/hr and may include fast response all hands-on deck calls should there be issues with the fish so flexible scheduling is required.

Physical Demands :

Long periods of time standing, walking, climbing stairs.

☒ Climbing

☐ Kneeling and Crawling ☒ Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. ☒ Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. ☒ Walking ☐ Pushing. Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. ☒ Lifting up to 50+ lbs ☐ Repetitive motion. ☐ Able to withstand hot, cold, and humid environments ☐ Ability to operate heavy machinery (training will be provided).

The physical requirements of this position.

☐ Sedentary work and up to 10 pounds of force/lifting

☐ Light work. Up to 20 pounds of force/lifting

☐ Medium work. Up to 30 pounds of force/lifting

☒ Heavy work. More than 30 pounds of force/lifting

Atlantic Sapphire is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to create and inclusive environment for all employees. We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, familial status, or any other statu