Lead Captain, Remote Island Waterfront Operations

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Job summary

Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) seeks a Captain to oversee USCG‑inspected vessels and supervise crew on Appledore Island, Maine. You’ll ensure safe transport, supply, and program services for SML’s operations while directing student staff and volunteers in waterfront tasks.

Applicants must hold a 50 ton inland USCG Master’s license, be eligible to work in the United States, and pass drug/background checks. This role is remote island living with seasonal work May–Sept.

Qualifications

• 50 ton inland USCG Master’s license required.
• Eligible to work in the United States and able to pass pre‑employment and random drug testing.
• Background checks required for UNH hiring.
• Interest in working in a remote educational environment.
• Good communication with students, faculty and staff in an isolated setting.
• Strong organization, multitasking, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Captain of USCG‑inspected vessels (Kingsbury; Heiser) and supervise at least one crew member.
• Oversee operation of laboratory/oceanographic equipment during open‑water labs with safety focus.
• Train and supervise student staff and volunteers in vessel and waterfront tasks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot on watercraft, motors, floats, moorings, docks.
• Ensure vessels have proper documentation, inspections, permits, and registrations.
• Remain available for consultation and emergency response as scheduled.

Skills

USCG Master License 50t inland

Basic computer skills

Job description

Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) seeks a Captain to oversee USCG‑inspected vessels and supervise crew on Appledore Island, Maine. You’ll ensure safe transport, supply, and program services for SML’s operations while directing student staff and volunteers in waterfront tasks.

Applicants must hold a 50 ton inland USCG Master’s license, be eligible to work in the United States, and pass drug/background checks. This role is remote island living with seasonal work May–Sept.