Assistant Tank Manager (T/V Hannah)

Northline Seafoods

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Northline Seafoods is hiring an Assistant Tank Manager for the 2026 Bristol Bay salmon season, running approximately mid-June through mid-August. This role is based on board our 400-foot salmon freezing and processing barge, the Hannah, in Bristol Bay, Alaska. The Assistant Tank Manager supports tank and pumping operations and related administrative work, with duties split between the pump room and the Tank Manager’s office. Responsibilities are outlined below. This position may offer the opportunity to transition into full-time, year-round employment in Bellingham, WA from August through May, based on performance and business needs. Important Travel Note: As of May 7, 2025, a REAL ID–compliant form of identification is required for domestic air travel, including flights to Alaska. Candidates must be able to meet this requirement prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

Years of experience: 2 years (maintenance experience or machine operation)
Strong working knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems
Knowledge of VFDs
Basic computer skills (Microsoft excel, word, google docs, etc.
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Effective written communication (email)
Proficient with UHF radio communication
Strong mechanical background with hands-on trouble shooting skills
Strong PVC repair and construction skills (plumbing experience a plus)
Comfortable working in confined spaces, including confined-space rescue environments
Small team management
Ability to work well with other department heads

Responsibilities

Coordinate with the shore office for vessel scheduling
Coordinate closely with the deck crew to ensure rapid and effective offloading of fish
Communicate with production to maintain continuous and efficient operations
Coordinate with Engineering on repairs and ship operations
Coordinate with the Quality Control (QC) department
Oversee fish temperature control and maintain the highest quality standards while fish are held in the tanks
Creation, management, editing, and tracking of fish lot codes accurately
Plan and manage regular tank sanitation schedules
Supervise daily tank operations, including final walk-throughs
Maintain accurate logs, reports, and operational records
Perform troubleshooting as required
Ballast water management and logging
Monitor the septic system and respond to emergency repairs as needed
Repairing leaking, broken pipes
Assisting with additional projects and tasks as assigned