The “Inbreaker Program” is an apprenticeship program designed to recruit, train, and employ the next generation of commercial halibut and sablefish fishermen.
We are seeking motivated individuals interested in building a career in the commercial fishing industry.
The Related Technical Instruction (RTI) component consists of courses that provide an apprentice “Inbreaker” with technical skills related to commercial fishing. The RTI curriculum provides an Inbreaker with the opportunity to develop skills in a wide array of subjects.
Inbreakers will work hand-in-hand with the existing crew who will function as mentors and aid in the Inbreakers’ development.
Once the apprentice has been voted to a full share for both halibut and black cod, they will graduate from the apprenticeship program.
For more information about the program, please email info@crawfordnautical.org or call the Program Director, James Johnson at 206-783-2922.
Director Jim Johnson explains the importance of apprenticeships as a new recruitment method to the maritime industry to improve workforce participation. Produced by the Washington State Centers of Excellence and Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.