Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Preference will be given to candidates already residing in Hawaii. There is no relocation reimbursement available for this position.

Blue Ocean Mariculture is the leader in sustainable open‑ocean aquaculture in the USA. We are the exclusive producer of Hawaiian Kanpachi, a premium sashimi‑grade fish coveted by chefs at top sushi and fine dining restaurants everywhere. Hawaiian Kanpachi are raised in the clear, clean waters off Kona, Hawaii using the most environmentally sustainable farming methods.

Our company offers an amazing opportunity to work with a team of passionate individuals who care deeply about aquaculture, the sustainability of our oceans, and responsible fish farming. We are on a mission to promote ethical production of fish, and we’re looking for people who share our values. Join us and make a positive impact on the world!

• Health Insurance Plan with 85% company‑paid premiums for just you or your qualified family members. Blue Ocean offers medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with two different health carriers to choose from.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with up to 4% company match with a plethora of self‑directed investment allocations so you choose how your contributions are invested.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with a starting accrual of four (4) weeks per year (160 hours), increasing at three (3) years and six (6) years of working with Blue Ocean.
• Paid Community Service Hours up to 24 hours per year through independent volunteering or with Blue Ocean group activities.
• Let’s Eat Fish! allowance of up to $100 per month (you can order weekly) of Hawaiian Kanpachi in either whole fish, filets, or Kanpachi collars.

Blue Ocean Mariculture is looking for a Lead Facilities Technician (LFT). This position will support Processing operations under the supervision of the Processing Manager by safely and successfully maintaining and repairing Processing facilities, equipment, and vehicles. The LFT is responsible for general Processing facility grounds cleanliness and organization. LFT’s are professional, organized, self‑motivated, possess strong communication skills, and lead by example.

It is the LFT’s responsibility to ensure that all operating tasks are completed in a manner consistent with company policies, procedures, and expectations.

• Lead installation and operation of monitoring and control systems, filtration, pumping, processing machinery, plumbing and other electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Inspect equipment regularly for malfunctions, including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises, and conducting scheduled testing as appropriate. Diagnosing and repairing equipment where needed.

• Maintain a practical understanding of departmental operations and ensure open communication with the Director and Manager of Processing.
• Manage the maintenance and upkeep of all onsite vehicles including refrigerated vans and forklifts.

• Develop, maintain, and follow a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing vehicles (including forklifts), machinery, and equipment.
• Oversee and maintain optimal inventory levels for tools, spare parts, and related items ensuring proper purchasing protocol is followed.
• Understand department budgetary requirements and how operations and equipment functionality contributes to the success for the department and identify where improvements can be made to impact these metrics positively.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in the workshop and around critical machinery areas.

• Conduct or coordinate outsourced fabrication needs for Processing to include but not limited to fabrication of containment, cooling systems, warehousing systems, temperature monitoring systems and a variety of other specialized systems.

• Participates in the on‑call response team occasionally requiring working non‑standard hours on short notice.

• Maintain and comply with Company policies and procedures, including safety and biosecurity protocols.
• Assist with developing and maintaining a high performing team, conduct training, and assistance with conflict resolution. Develop SOPs as…