Seasonal Shellfish Field Technician

Job Details

The Natural Resources Department is seeking a motivated Seasonal Shellfish Field and Research Technician to join our hatchery team at the iconic Brant Point Shellfish Hatchery. This internship is a unique educational opportunity to gain hands-on experience related to the operation and maintenance of shellfish hatchery and grow-out systems, conducting field research on the iconic Nantucket Bay Scallop Fishery, and gain new skills and experience related to boating, gear assembly and deployment, as well as exposure to a variety of shellfish restoration and stock enhancement techniques.

Starting Hourly Rate: $23.00 per hour

(Please note that the advertised hourly pay rate may increase by $2 per hour, pending approval at the Annual Town Meeting.)

Hours per week: 40

Start Date: May 2026-TBD

Primary Duties (but not limited to):

• Assist with the care and maintenance of our post-set shellfish in the outdoor flow-through system.
• Assist with all aspects of the Bay Scallop Spat Bag Research Program including gear assembly, deployment, retrieval, spat processing, data entry, and stock enhancement activities.
• Conduct daily tasks related to the optimal operation, maintenance and cleaning of the outdoor flow-through system and hatchery water systems.
• Conduct routine wash-downs and routine grading of juvenile shellfish. 
• Conduct routine tank cleaning and system component power-washing
• Maintain records of shellfish as they move through the post-set system
• Assist with trailering and deployment of research vessels, project-based gear loading and unloading, and daily post-use washdowns and re-fueling.
• Assist with aquaculture gear, field deployments and evaluations
• Assist with dive surveys as needed, including the filling and transport of dive tanks
• Assist with facility tours and educational outreach
• Occasional weekend work may be required 
• Assist with any departmental related tasks within and/or outside of the facility as needed.

Requirements

Candidate Must Possess: 

• A degree or background in marine science, environmental science, and/or aquaculture 
• Must be able to handle a flexible schedule that includes occasional weekend hours, and harsh environments
• SCUBA Certification is highly preferred
• Comfortable and confident swimming/snorkeling for work in marine environments
• Excellent organizational, observational, and troubleshooting skills
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and phone/email
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in all weather conditions 
• Team player mentality with ability to work independently 

In addition: 

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and comfortable driving pick-up trucks on small roads
• Must obtain a MA Boating certificate before start date

Contact Information

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Closing Date 2/17/2026 4:00 PM Eastern