15-Dec-22 07:43 AM
URL: http://www.asmfc.org/files/JobAnnouncements/23-001MarineMaintenanceTechnician.pdf
Company / Organization: Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
Pay Rate: $55,079
Type: Full-time
City: Jamestown
State or Country if outside US: RI
Application Deadline: 15-Feb-23
Duration: Permanent
Description:

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission is seeking a Marine Maintenance Technician to assist the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) programs that support scientific data collection for resource management. Specifically, RIDEM Division of Marine Fisheries and Division of Fish and Wildlife are seeking applicants to help in maintaining and operating marine vessels dedicated toward resource monitoring surveys used for informing fish and wildlife sustainability. The applicant will be expected to perform and/or assist with regular scheduled maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on a fleet of vessels and associated trailers operated by the two Divisions. Vessels include several large and small survey vessels, ranging from 14 to 50 feet in length. These survey vessels operate in both fresh and marine water environments, can operate outside of scheduled work hours, and employ varying gear types including otter trawls, clam dredge, fish and lobster pots, seine nets, SCUBA support, electroshocking, and waterfowl assessment. Propulsion systems for the vessels range from diesel inboard to outboard gas engines, and the applicant will be expected to have a working knowledge and or technical understanding of survey vessel systems including hydraulics and electronics. If maintenance and repairs are outside of the scope and ability of the vessel staff, the applicant will be responsible for the scheduling the completion of maintenance or repairs from an accepted vendor. The applicant will be expected to have the ability to troubleshoot problems as they relate to the above duties. The applicant will prepare and maintain forms and records documenting maintenance and repairs on vessels and associated equipment owned by the Department. The applicant will be responsible for the care, maintenance, repair, and security of state vehicle fleet and may assist in the maintenance of other facilities or assets that support the resources surveys. The candidate will be responsible with assisting biological staff with surveys and other duties as necessary. The applicant may also be asked to assist the Divisions in the management and maintenance of their facilities and properties.

Requirements:

Technical training gained through an accredited marine maintenance program or college, or any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to said education and experience. A thorough working knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of powered marine vessels; a thorough working knowledge and understanding of marine propulsion and marine auxiliary systems; a thorough working knowledge of the maintenance and operation of inboard and outboard diesel and gasoline powered engines; a thorough working knowledge of marine and US Coast Guard regulations for vessel operation and navigation; a thorough knowledge of all current navigational equipment. A working knowledge of marine safety requirements; the ability to communicate and coordinate with others orally and with written communications. The applicant will be expected to manage multiple projects at once, operate independently and work with a diverse group of people toward resource management program goals. The applicant must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle at the time of employment, and a USCG Captain's license is preferred but not required.

Point of Contact: Human Resoureces
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