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Deckhand

aisobservers

Hyannis, Massachusetts, United States Contract Posted 7d ago
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A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a national scientific services firm supporting maritime activities requiring certification of compliance with environmental regulations as well as collecting data for use by Federal, State, Municipal, and other government agencies along the US coastline. AIS is looking for a Deckhand to support marine survey work off the coast of Massachusetts. Primary Function: AIS is recruiting a Deckhand to deploy on a vessel conducting hydrographic survey operations in New England. AIS is looking for individuals with offshore experience. The Deckhand will be stationed offshore during 12 hour or 24 hour operations and will be assigned a 12 hour watch daily. Duties/Responsibilities: * Assist with vessel operations and maintenance * Handle lines during docking and undocking * Operate deck equipment such as winches, cranes, capstans, or pumps * Load and unload cargo, supplies, or equipment * Stand watch and assist with navigation/lookout duties * Follow safety procedures and participate in drills * Support emergency response activities Compensation: Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates’ depth of experience. This is a temporary position.   Minimum Qualifications: * High school diploma or GED (often preferred) * Must have current STCW Basic Safety Training (BST), or GWO or BOSIET training. * Must have current CPR/First Aid certification. * Must be certified by a physician as fit for sea duty including: * Not be susceptible to chronic motion sickness * Ability to live in confined quarters * Ability to tolerate stress * Ability to lift objects up to 30 pounds * Ability to vigilantly monitor waters surrounding observation platform/vessel for up to 4 hours at a time and not more than 12 hours in a 24-hour period. * Must have proof of eligibility to work within the US Preferred Qualifications: * Previous marine, construction, labor, or offshore experience preferred * Ability to work long hours in varying weather and sea conditions * Physically capable of lifting heavy equipment and performing manual labor * Strong teamwork and communication skills * Basic mechanical aptitude   Travel: * Reimbursed at an hourly rate along with compensation for miles accrued on a personal vehicle as well as per diem when on overnight travel status.   Location: * Woods Hole, MA   Contact: If you would like to apply for this exciting new opening, please visit our Careers Page to submit the required information:   * Resume * Cover letter detailing relevant experience. * 3 professional references (name, email address and phone number) * Safety Training Certificate * Medical Clearance   All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered. If you have any questions pertaining to this opening, please reach out to our Talent Team or call 774-770-5833. An Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of A.I.S. to recruit, hire, train, promote, transfer and compensate our employees and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, lawful alien status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.   Must be able to work in the U.S. • VEVRAA Federal Contractor • Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals • Equal Opportunity Employer

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