Relief Captain - Shoals Marine Lab
Core
Assist in maintaining, operating, and ensuring the safety of USCG-inspected vessels and waterfront infrastructure for a marine laboratory, including acting as captain during open-water activities.
Role type
Relief Captain (Marine Operations)
Builds
Transportation, supply, and program services for a remote island marine laboratory
Domain
Marine research / Oceanography / Island field station
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
USCG 50-ton Master license, vessel operation, crew supervision, preventative maintenance, documentation management, emergency response
Preferred skills
Adaptability to challenging currents, team collaboration in isolated environments, physical labor (lifting >50 lbs), basic computer skills
Technologies
Application-based maintenance software
Responsibilities
Act as captain of USCG-inspected vessels, oversee laboratory equipment during open-water labs, train and supervise student staff, perform routine maintenance on watercraft and docks, manage vessel documentation and permits, ensure safety of all occupants
Seniority
Staff level, seasonal contract