Hydrographic Technician III

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

McKim & Creed, Inc. seeks a Hydrographic Technician III to join our field crew in North Carolina. You will assist with data collection in marine environments, operate survey vessels, and acquire data using multibeam, single beam, side scan, and magnetometer.

Responsibilities include safe small vessel operations, towing and backing trailers, basic boat maintenance, and strict adherence to field procedures and safety guidelines. Travel 50–70% with weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• USCG license is required.
• 5 years of professional hydrographic survey experience.
• 5 years’ experience working on boats and in the coastal environment.
• High school diploma or GED and technical school training in hydrography.
• Small vessel operation experience is required.
• Must be able to obtain TWIC card.

Responsibilities

• Perform various duties as part of a Hydrographic Survey crew.
• Assist with field data collection in marine environments using modern techniques and survey vessel operation.
• Acquire data using multibeam, single beam, side scan, and magnetometer.
• Perform safe small vessel operations.
• Towing and backing trailers.
• Basic boat maintenance.
• Complete assigned tasks while following field procedures.
• Use safety equipment and follow field safety procedures.
• Ensure safety of crew, vehicles, equipment, and public interest.
• Walk long distances over varied terrain, sometimes in water.
• Travel 50–70% with weekends and irregular schedules.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to safety

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school hydrography training

Tools

Hypack

CAD

Small vessel operation

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Hydrographic Technician III is an expert Hydrographic Survey field crew member responsible for performing various duties such as assisting with field data collection in various marine environments using modern techniques and survey vessel operation.

DURING YOUR WORK DAY, YOU WILL:

• Perform various duties as part of a Hydrographic Survey crew.
• Assist with field data collection in various marine environments using modern techniques and survey vessel operation.
• Acquire data using multibeam, single beam, side scan, and magnetometer.
• Perform safe small vessel operations.
• Responsible for towing and backing trailers.
• Responsible for basic boat maintenance.
• Complete assigned tasks while complying with established field procedures.
• Use proper safety equipment and follows proper field safety procedures.
• Responsible for the safety and care of the crew, vehicles, equipment, and the public's interest.
• Walk for long periods of time through all kinds of terrain, uneven ground, and sometimes water.
• Requires periodic travel, both in and out of state, and often irregular schedules including working during weekends.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• USCG license is required.
• 5 years of professional hydrographic survey experience.
• 5 years’ experience working on boats and in the coastal environment.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED and technical school training in hydrography.
• Small vessel operation experience is required.
• Must have the ability to obtain TWIC card.
• Proficiency in Hypack software is required.
• CAD experience is required.
• Individuals must not be susceptible to seasickness.
• The ability to work alone but also effectively as part of a team is required.
• Strong problem-solving, functional, and technical skills.
• Requires excellent communication, and the ability to take and understand directives.
• The ability to complete work consistently, with moderate flexibility to accommodate varying project demands is required.
• Ability to perform field work, including travel (50 to 70%), weekends, holidays, and the physical ability to lift objects over 50 lbs.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, cleared background check and negative drug test result.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Candidates who are motivated to learn and develop their career path and are self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit are preferred.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Motivated to learn and develop your career path.
• Aligned to McKim & Creed’s core values and culture.
• Sound functional/technical skills in the role.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Join a company that puts its employees first.
Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For , here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…

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