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The Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization engaged in large-scale oyster restoration, advancing oyster aquaculture, and promoting sustainable management of native oysters and other fishery stocks. ORP operates its shell recycling and processing facility in Cambridge, MD where it supports oyster restoration and aquaculture activities in partnership with the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Horn Point laboratory.
ORP is looking to hire one seasonal contractual employee to assist with daily operations at its shell recycling and processing facility in Cambridge, MD.
Specific duties will include:
Working as team to clean and prepare oyster shells for restoration
Operating or working in close proximity to machinery used to clean shell
Running or working in close proximity to heavy equipment such as flatbed trucks, bobcats, or forklifts
Manually shoveling, moving, and bagging oyster shell for restoration
Cleaning large water tanks during restoration activities
Participating in outreach and restoration activities
Essential Qualifications:
High school degree or equivalent
Ability to lift heavy objects
Ability to work in inclement weather conditions such as rain, heat, and high humidity
Ability to work shifts including early morning or late afternoon depending on project needs
Valid driver's license
Valid or ability to attain a CDL license preferred
Position Details and Benefits:
The position will be active between March and August 2019 and will be full-time hourly (40 to 50 hours/week) without benefits. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug and background screening.
