Fish Tender Deckhand Shelton, WA

Island Enterprises, Inc.; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Enterprises, Inc. is looking for a team member responsible for receiving fishing vessels and unloading the catch. The individual will weigh fish and layer them with ice in totes for delivery to the Salish Seafoods plant.

The position requires strong communication skills, basic math abilities, and relevant experience. A high school diploma and a valid Washington State Driver’s License are required. Join us in a challenging and fulfilling role in Shelton, WA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with relevant experience.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License required.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Unload fish by hand from fishing vessels.
• Identify different fin-fish species.
• Perform assigned duties effectively.

Skills

Ability to read and follow instructions

Basic mathematical skills

Common sense and sound judgment

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hydraulic controls

Lift trucks and booms

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for receiving fishing vessels, unloading the catch, weighing the fish, and layering fish with ice in totes. It will also unload totes at the end of the day at Salish Seafoods plant and load truck for delivery.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Receive fishing vessels at the tender, tie them to the tender, and promptly unload fish by hand (catch per vessel can range between 100 and 10,000 lbs.)
• Identify different fin-fish species.
• Maintain awareness and sensitivity to Native American Culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The noise level is usually moderate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following items are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability for this position:

• Language Skills: Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, correspondence, and operational procedures; communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense and sound judgment to carry out detailed instructions and resolve routine problems involving standardized variables; identify and differentiate fin-fish species and apply that knowledge in daily operations.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email, data entry systems, and standard business software as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED and relevant experience operating hydraulic controls and operating lift trucks and booms.
• Must have valid Washington State Driver’s License and must be bondable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Employee must be able to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel with frequent hand and wrist movements, talk or hear. Must occasionally stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to pass a criminal background check and follow the Squaxin Island Tribe’s drug policies.