Cincinnati, Ohio
Key Things to know about this position:
Schedule: The position will require a minimum of 40+ hours per week during our peak season, estimated to be late February through October, depending on weather conditions. Typical schedule is 4 days per week. Overnight travel may be required depending on the needs of the customer.
Location: This position operates out of our Cincinnati, OH location.
Position Type: Full-Time
Pay: This position's budgeted range is $42,000-$45,000 Annually commensurate with experience
About Us:
Jones Lake Management has a history of excellence in fisheries and lake management. Our company was built on providing unwavering quality solutions and products to our customers! It ALL begins with the people hired to provide a professional level of service in the field, or at the office! We have a culture of promotion from within, and it's important that you learn our business. Whether you are interested in moving into operations or sales in the future with the business, it's important for you to learn where it all starts - our fisheries and lake management. The first step is joining our team as a Fish Delivery Biologist. Many of our Fish Delivery Biologist move into a Lake Management Field Biologist, Administrative Biologist, or Inside Sales after just a season or 2!
We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Fish Delivery Biologist to join our team. As a Fish Delivery Biologist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring timely and efficient delivery of fish and related products to our valued customers. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth within our organization. You will be responsible for delivering live fish to various customer locations across the region. This is serious work! You will load and unload the fish from the truck, ensuring that they are transported safely and securely. You are the face of our business to our customers, so you must have excellent customer service and communication skills! You will be the liaison between both the company and customers regarding delivery times and any issues that may arise. Customers may have questions, and you will utilize your biology background to intelligently answer questions and even make suggestions to improve their lake management. You must also have excellent time management skills, as you will need to adhere to delivery schedules we communicate to our customers. A clean driving record is essential for this position, as you will be responsible for the safe operation of the truck and live fish at all times. Occasionally, you may participate in Fish Days, where you will transport fish from our Farm in Cincinnati to one of our other branches for in-person customer pick up at our Fish Days!
- Safely transport fish to customer locations or other branches.
- Provide exceptional customer service during deliveries, answering questions, and addressing any concerns.
- Collaborate with the Lake Management team to understand customer needs and offer solutions for fish and lake management challenges.
- Maintain accurate delivery records and ensure proper documentation.
- Represent the company professionally and uphold our reputation as industry leaders.
- Excellent time management.
- Proficient use of smartphone apps for route planning and communication.
- Clean driving record; CDL not required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Bend at waist and/or knees and lift arms at/over shoulder.
- Frequently getting up/down from truck.
- Driving for extended periods of time, including overnight.
Ability to work extended hours in all weather conditions - - we deliver rain or shine!
- Ability to pass a DOT physical and obtain an Ohio DOT card
Education Requirements:
- Associates degree or higher in Biology, Fisheries or similar field.
Company Benefits Include:
Multiple health plans to choose from, including the ability to participate in an HSA.
Dental, Vision, and Company Paid Life Insurance
12 Paid Holidays per year
Generous PTO
401(k) with Generous Company Match
If you are passionate about aquatic management and have the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply! We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in many different forms; skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role, and we encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for. We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem solving and more creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
