Aquaculture Technician Jobs
Aquaculture Technician jobs are open across fish hatcheries, marine research institutions, aquatic farms, and environmental agencies, from entry-level technician to senior and lead roles, with specializations in water quality monitoring, fish health management, and recirculating aquaculture systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Mook Sea Farm – Walpole, Maine
Full-Time | Year-Round | Training Provided
Mook Sea Farm is hiring for entry-level position in our aquaculture farm operations. We’re looking for dependable, hardworking people who enjoy hands-on work, learning new skills, and being part of a team producing high-quality oysters on the Damariscotta River.
No aquaculture experience is required — we provide on-the-job training and opportunities for growth.
Open Positions
Packing Plant Technician
Work in our packing plant helping sort, clean, and pack oysters. This role involves physical work, standing in place for long periods, equipment handling, and supporting daily farm operations.
Typical Schedule:
- Monday–Friday
- Generally 6 AM–2 PM
- Occasional weekends/holidays as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work safely and follow procedures
- Comfort with physical, hands-on work
- Attention to detail
- Team-oriented mindset
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Experience in food processing, farming, fishing, construction, maintenance, manufacturing, landscaping, mechanics, or other manual labor environments is helpful but not required.
Work Environment
These are active, physical jobs that may involve:
- Working indoors and outdoors in varying weather
- Wet, dirty, noisy, and physically demanding conditions
- Standing, lifting, and moving throughout the workday
- Working around equipment and machinery
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly pay based on position and experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability insurance
- Opportunities for training and advancement
About Mook Sea Farm
Mook Sea Farm is a vertically integrated oyster farm based in Walpole, Maine. Our team works across hatchery production, river grow-out operations, facilities maintenance, and packing/shipping to produce premium oysters and oyster seed.
We value teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and employees who take pride in their work.
Apply through Indeed or submit your resume and brief introduction.
Mook Sea Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in aquaculture technician jobs.
- Experience monitoring and adjusting water quality parameters including dissolved oxygen, pH, temperature, and ammonia
- Hands-on knowledge of fish feeding, grading, and health observation across production cycles
- Familiarity with recirculating aquaculture systems or flow-through hatchery operations
- Associate or bachelor's degree in aquaculture, fisheries science, marine biology, or a related field
- Ability to perform and record routine health checks and identify signs of disease or stress in fish
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment, work in wet environments, and operate during early morning or rotating shifts
Tips for Your Aquaculture Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to water quality
Aquaculture employers scan for hands-on experience with dissolved oxygen, pH, ammonia, and temperature monitoring. List the specific parameters you've tested and the instruments you used, not just 'water quality experience.' Equipment names like YSI probes or spectrophotometers stand out immediately.
Certify in fish health and biosecurity
Many hatchery and farm postings require or strongly prefer a fish health management certificate or state hatchery technician certification. Getting certified before you apply signals you understand biosecurity protocols and disease prevention, two concerns employers won't compromise on.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists aquaculture technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by production system type
Recirculating aquaculture systems, flow-through hatcheries, and open-net pen operations each require different technical skills. Filter your search by facility type when possible, and customize your application to reflect direct experience with that system so hiring managers see an immediate fit.
Prepare for practical skills assessments
Aquaculture interviews often include a hands-on component where you demonstrate feeding techniques, net handling, or basic water chemistry testing. Brush up on the specific species and production stage the employer focuses on so you can speak confidently to daily care routines during the assessment.
Negotiate shift differentials and housing early
Remote hatchery and farm positions frequently include on-site housing, rotating shifts, or seasonal schedules as part of total compensation. Raise these specifics during the offer conversation, not after you've accepted, so you understand the full picture before committing.
Aquaculture Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most aquaculture technicians?
The most active employers for aquaculture technicians right now are Riverence farms, AlgaeBarn, and Mook Sea Farm, and the most openings are in Idaho, Maine, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically strongest at state fish hatcheries, tribal fisheries programs, and commercial finfish and shellfish operations.
How many aquaculture technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of aquaculture technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most production and hatchery roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include data analysis, aquaculture consulting, and research coordination rather than on-site farm or hatchery technician positions.
How do you become an aquaculture technician?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in aquaculture, fisheries science, marine biology, or environmental science. Gain hands-on experience through internships at hatcheries, research stations, or commercial fish farms. Learn to operate water quality testing equipment, understand basic fish health protocols, and become familiar with at least one production system type. State or tribal hatchery technician certifications strengthen your application significantly.
How do you get hired as an aquaculture technician with little or no experience?
Focus on seasonal hatchery aide and technician assistant roles, which are common entry points at state fish hatcheries and research institutions. Volunteer with fisheries restoration programs or university aquaculture labs to build hands-on skills. Highlight any coursework in water chemistry, fish biology, or animal husbandry, and be specific about species you've worked with, even in academic or volunteer settings.
What does the aquaculture technician interview process look like?
Most aquaculture technician interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your production system experience and species background. A site visit or working interview follows at many facilities, where you may demonstrate water quality testing, fish handling, or equipment maintenance. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with the farm or hatchery manager about shift expectations, safety protocols, and how you handle disease events.
Where can I find and apply to aquaculture technician jobs?
You can find and apply to aquaculture technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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