What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Fishing Apprenticeship Program position at Commercial Fisheries Center of RI?
Calling Future Fishermen!
DO YOU WANT A CAREER ON THE WATER?
DO YOU LIKE WORKING OUTDOORS AND WITH YOUR HANDS?
DO YOU WANT TO START A CAREER WITHOUT A COLLEGE DEGREE?
If you answered YES, then the commercial fisherman apprenticeship program may be your perfect opportunity to get a reliable and good paying job on board a commercial fishing vessel in Rhode Island! We will give you all the training and experience that you need to better your skills and make you an excellent candidate for this exciting and rewarding position!
This month-long program consists of hands-on and classroom-based training sessions. The program will begin May 28, 2024 so apply now!
For more information, application, and any questions please visit: https://www.cfcri.org/apprenticeship.html
Access the application here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPuV1MgUAzeErs_qKh-3e7d_OmTqBJabQuzvV0eTy8AO84pQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Application due April 15th, 2024
WHAT DOES THE PROGRAM INCLUDE AND PROVIDE?
- Commitment of full month-long program: May 28-June 28, 2024
- Daily one-hour lunch break with $25 stipend
- Offer 3 days at sea on vessels - get to select 2 types of fishing experiences (trawling, lobstering, gillnetting, aquaculture, charter boat, dredging)
- We will provide all necessary gear
- We will provide all course material and books
- Upon full completion of month-long program participants receive a $1,500 stipend
- Support from CFCRI for placement onto RI fishing vessels
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CFAP?
- Must be ages 18
- Must have driver’s license and reliable form of transportation
- Must pass background check and drug test
- Must be willing to commit to full month-long program
- MOST IMPORTANTLY, must be interested in making a career in commercial fishing!
DONT MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY!!!!
For more information, application, and any questions please visit: https://www.cfcri.org/apprenticeship.html
Access the application here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPuV1MgUAzeErs_qKh-3e7d_OmTqBJabQuzvV0eTy8AO84pQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $70,000