Mactaquac Hatchery Worker

Independent Association of Prep Schools; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local fish hatchery in York County is seeking a dedicated individual for aquaculture support. Responsibilities include fish handling, cleaning, and maintenance tasks. Candidates should be able to work outdoors in varying weather and lift at least 60 pounds. This part-time role offers $18.50 per hour for approximately 32 hours per week from August 2025 to November 2025.

Qualifications

• Punctual, respectful, and maintain a safe work environment.
• Must pass a drug test and provide a clean criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fish hatchery and aquaculture support tasks.
• Conduct regular cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment.

Skills

Able to lift at least 60 pounds

Comfortable working outdoors in all weather

Basic record-keeping and data entry

First Aid/CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Under the direction of the AFS Coordinator and Mactaquac Fish Hatchery Manager, the successful candidate will work in all aspects of AFS.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Able to lift at least 60 pounds
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather (including rain and heat under 40°C)
• Must pass a drug test & random drug test
• Must provide clean criminal record check
• Be punctual, respectful, and maintain a safe, healthy work environment
• First Aid/CPR certification (not required but often desirable for field roles)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Comfortable with basic record-keeping and data entry

Job Duties:

Fish hatchery and aquaculture support

• Hand feeding fish and filling automatic feeders
• Egg and fry picking (seasonal)
• Fish handling techniques (e.g., pond seining, dip netting, “booting” fish, tub transfers)
• Assisting with spawning and egg care
• Following all biosecurity protocols strictly

Cleaning and maintenance

• Pressure washing, hand scrubbing of incubation trays
• Cleaning ponds and maintaining equipment
• Setting up pond treatments (e.g., mixing/moving salt, using pumps)
• Facility maintenance (e.g., jump screen repairs, mending nets)

Terms of employment:

• 32 hours per week
• Start Date: August 11, 2025 until approximately November 2025
• $18.50 per hour
• Work location: Mactaquac Fish Hatchery

**St Mary’s First Nation hires based on merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply; however, qualified Indigenous applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.

Please provide a Resume and requested documents by the deadline of August 4 th , 2025Cassandra Carr