Aquaculture Technologist

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Farming isn’t a battle against nature, but a partnership with it.

Jeff Koehler

In A Nutshell

I make sure fish live in healthy conditions so they grow strong and stay healthy.

I feed the fish and keep tanks and equipment clean.

I monitor and record data on water quality, fish growth, and feeding.

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Potential Salary Range

$38,000 - 48,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

British Columbia

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Nova Scotia

Nunavut

NWT

Northwest Territories

Ontario

PEI

Prince Edward Island

Quebec

I get to work hands-on with fish every day, which means I often get dirty but I don’t mind at all. It’s exciting to care for the fish and watch them grow healthy and strong. I enjoy being part of a team that supports sustainable fish farming and helps provide food for people.

Workplace

Indoor / Outdoor

Job Requirements & Duties

Take care of filtration systems and plumbing to keep tanks running properly
Collect and test water samples to make sure the water is healthy for fish
Examine samples under a microscope to check fish and water health
Help with harvesting fish and preparing orders when needed
Work with a team to move and sort fish into new tanks
Keep detailed records of observations and patterns to track fish growth and health

Education & Training

No post-secondary education is required, but a degree or diploma in aquaculture technology can be helpful.

Job Outlook

The job outlook is fair, with about the same number of opportunities as people to fill them.

Related School Subjects

Science

Ed. Prof. et Tech.

Career Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Fish Sustainable Marine

Important Skills

Detail-Oriented

I pay close attention to small details in water conditions, feeding, and fish behavior so I can catch problems early and keep the system healthy.

Analytical Thinking

I use data and observation to understand what’s happening in the tanks or ponds, especially when fish behavior or water quality changes.

Physical

I stay active throughout the day by lifting, moving equipment, and working in different weather conditions, which is part of what I enjoy about the job.

Mechanical

I use and maintain tools like pumps, feeders, and monitoring systems, so being comfortable around technology and machinery is important.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Working With A Team

Routine Work

Helps Others

Working in a Small Business

Working with Animals

References

AITC Canada

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