Boat Captain, Marine

Cardinal Point Captains (CPC); Santa Barbara (CA); Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 87.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Travel opportunities

Marine research support

Competitive wages

Zusammenfassung

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. is seeking experienced Small Boat Captains to support NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary in Santa Barbara, CA.

You will operate and maintain research vessels for scientific, monitoring, and outreach missions, collaborating closely with scientists, managers, and educators. Ideal candidates have an active USCG license (100 tons+), current First Aid/CPR/AED, and at least 2 years on NOAA or similar vessels.

Qualifikationen

• Active USCG license (100 tons or above)
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• At least 2 years of experience on NOAA or similar research/law enforcement vessels
• Ability to work collegially with scientists, managers, and educators
• Experience operating overhead load handling equipment (winches, cranes, A-Frames, etc.)
• Experience with deployment/recovery of scientific equipment, divers, and skiffs
• Experience performing maintenance on marine engines and systems
• Working knowledge of USCG navigation rules and FCC marine radio operations
• Physically able to lift and carry 75 pounds
• Ability to work in confined spaces and remote, offshore environments

Aufgaben

• Operate and maintain research vessels for scientific missions
• Support monitoring and outreach activities
• Collaborate with scientists, managers, and educators
• Troubleshoot vessel systems and perform routine maintenance

Kenntnisse

USCG license

First Aid CPR AED

NOAA vessel experience

Team collaboration

Vessel maintenance

USCG navigation rules

FCC marine radio

Heavy lifting (75 lbs)

Remote/offshore work

Jobbeschreibung

Small Boat Captains - NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary - Up to $42/hr - Santa Barbara, CA

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. is seeking experienced Small Boat Captains to support the NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary in Santa Barbara, CA. This role involves operating and maintaining research vessels for scientific, monitoring, and outreach missions. Ideal candidates are passionate about marine sciences, skilled in vessel operations, and adept at troubleshooting and maintenance.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive wages: $30-$42/hr, depending on license, qualifications, and experience
• Travel opportunities as part of the role
• Work with a respected organization supporting marine research and conservation

What You’ll Need

• Active USCG license (100 tons or above)
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• At least 2 years of experience on NOAA or similar research/law enforcement vessels
• Ability to work collegially with scientists, managers, and educators
• Experience operating overhead load handling equipment (winches, cranes, A-Frames, etc.)
• Experience with deployment/recovery of scientific equipment, divers, and skiffs
• Experience performing maintenance on marine engines and systems
• Working knowledge of USCG navigation rules and FCC marine radio operations
• Physically able to lift and carry 75 pounds
• Ability to work in confined spaces and remote, offshore environments

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Knowledge and experience with the California coastline, especially the Channel Islands
• Experience driving/following transect lines at low speed
• Experience with Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) tracking
• Experience with vessel operations for SCUBA diving at anchor and live boating