What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oyster Rag Pot Technician position at Oyster River Ecology?
POSITION SUMMARY
Oyster River Ecology is hiring a Part-Time Oyster Rag Pot Technician to support our oyster habitat restoration efforts. This position involves hands-on fabrication of oyster rag pots—restoration units used to promote oyster reef growth along Florida’s coastlines. This position will periodically work alongside volunteers, creating and installing oyster rag pots. If you're dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and want to contribute to real environmental impact, we want to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assemble oyster rag pots – consisting of coating a cotton rag with wet cement and hanging it over an anchor pin and a wood spacer. Refer to the slides linked here.
- Follow fabrication protocols to ensure product consistency and durability.
- Prepare and organize materials (cutting, batching, labeling) for fabrication and deployment.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Track inventory of materials and communicate supply needs.
- Assist with the transport and loading of materials and rag pots.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 18 years or older.
- A positive attitude supportive of our can-do-will-do work culture.
- Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and work standing for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in warehouse settings, outdoors, and in hot and humid or cold conditions.
- Reliable transportation to the Palmetto work site.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently after training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Background or interest in environmental science, aquaculture, or estuarine habitat restoration.
- Prior experience in physical labor or habitat restoration work (not required).
- Prior experience operating boats and trailers
WHY WORK WITH US?
- Be part of an innovative, mission-driven team restoring Florida’s oyster habitats.
- Gain experience in estuarine conservation and restoration techniques.
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
- Contribute to healthier coastlines and communities.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18