Oil Spill Response Technician — Onsite in USVI

Marine Spill Response Corporation; Christiansted (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 37,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) seeks a dedicated Oil Spill Responder to join our team in St. Croix, USVI.

This full-time, onsite position reports to the Site Supervisor and supports our mission to keep coastal waters clean by mitigating oil spills. Responsibilities include deploying and retrieving oil containment booms, assisting in clean-up, and performing preventive maintenance on response equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn safety practices.
• Background check, pre-employment drug screen and medical exam required.
• Passport and TWIC required or able to obtain.
• Willing to travel as needed.
• Participation in MSRC Drug and Alcohol Program and Medical Surveillance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in deployment, retrieval, cleaning, and storage of oil boom and sorbent materials.
• Assist in oil spill clean-up activities and maintain equipment.
• Perform maintenance and inspections on response gear and document safety reports.
• Learn to operate small boats including navigation and radar use.
• Adhere to all MSRC policies and procedures.
• Complete administrative duties accurately and on time.
• Work effectively as part of a team and provide support.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Boat operation

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

TWIC

Passport

Job description

Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) seeks a dedicated Oil Spill Responder to join our team in St. Croix, USVI.

This full-time, onsite position reports to the Site Supervisor and supports our mission to keep coastal waters clean by mitigating oil spills. Responsibilities include deploying and retrieving oil containment booms, assisting in clean-up, and performing preventive maintenance on response equipment.