Oyster Farm Hand
Position Title: Oyster Farm Hand
Location: 735 Commerce Center Drive Suite A Sebastian, FL 32958
Job Site Address: 1528 Indian River Drive Sebastian, FL 32958 (Dock & boat access to drive out to farm)
Duration: Full-Time Contract
Salary: $15-$18 per hour, commensurate with experience
Job Description:
Treasure Coast Shellfish, LLC is in its sixth year of business & is a woman-owned & operated oyster farm based in Sebastian, FL. We have a small nursery system & a 6.5-acre water column lease where we are currently in the process of expanding & installing floating more gear. The TCS farm is located on the Indian River Lagoon, the most bio-diverse estuary in North America, Treasure Coast Shellfish raises eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) as part of the growing oyster aquaculture industry on the East Coast of Florida. This past year we have more than doubled in size using about 40% of our acreage and have about 500 floating cages and planted 1,300,000 oyster seeds in 2025. https://www.treasurecoastshellfish.com/
We are looking for curious, energetic, & self-motivated individuals who want to learn about the oyster aquaculture industry - particularly the farming process. The company is dedicated to sustainable shellfish farming, utilizing the most innovative growing techniques. Both full-time and part-time/seasonal opportunities are available. Those candidates selected will learn all aspects of working on an oyster farm & in our processing facility.
Job Requirements:
- Must be organized, punctual, & on time for work.
- Must have a valid driver’s license & reliable transportation to work sites in Indian River, St. Lucie, & Martin counties.
- Must be capable of understanding & following instructions from the supervisor.
- Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions - wet, cold, hot, dry, & rough water, at various times of the day, including early morning hours, evenings, & weekends when necessary.
- 40-45 hours per work week. Times and days are variable.
- Must be comfortable being in water where you cannot see or touch the bottom.
- Must be comfortable on a boat for 8-10 hours a day.
- Must be physically able to lift, push, & pull up to 60 pounds.
- Must be able to speak & understand English.
- Must work well with other crew members, & independently.
- Must maintain work area(s) & be respectful of neighboring communities & businesses.
- Must have their own supply of dive mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, dive booties, rain gear etc.
Preferred Experience but not Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Knowledgeable about Florida's Indian River Lagoon ecosystem
- Shellfish experience & knowledge
Application: Submit a cover letter, resumé & list of at least 3 references to Nicolette Mariano via email. Nicolette@TreasureCoastShellfish.com
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please email Nicolette with any questions.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Work Location: In person
