On-Call Vessel Operator – Environmental Spill Response

Graymar Environmental Services; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Company paid life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

GrayMar Environmental Services seeks a Vessel Operator to safely operate and navigate vessels supporting environmental emergency response. This on-call role focuses on rapid deployment, on-water logistics, and protecting waterways and shorelines.

You will work with hazmat and field teams, follow regulatory safety procedures, and document operations efficiently. Preferred USCG Captain’s license (OUPV or higher); WA State Boater’s Card considered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• USCG Captain’s license preferred; WA State Boater’s Card considered.
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification strongly preferred.
• Experience operating small vessels in marine or inland waters.

Responsibilities

• Operate standby vessels to support oil spill response, hazmat cleanup, boom deployment, wildlife protection, and environmental monitoring activities.
• Maintain vessel readiness, fueling, inspections, and safety equipment.
• Respond to emergency call-outs on short notice in challenging conditions.
• Deploy, retrieve, and tend containment boom with response teams.
• Transport personnel, equipment, and materials to incident sites following safety protocols.
• Assist hazmat and environmental technicians with on-water sampling and shoreline assessments.
• Follow USCG, OSHA, EPA, and company safety procedures.
• Document vessel operations and maintenance records.
• Participate in drills and trainings to maintain readiness.

Skills

Vessel operation experience

Safety-first mindset

On-call readiness

Hazmat awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

USCG Captain’s license (OUPV or higher) preferred

WA State Boater’s Card considered

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification strongly preferred

Job description

GrayMar Environmental Services seeks a Vessel Operator to safely operate and navigate vessels supporting environmental emergency response. This on-call role focuses on rapid deployment, on-water logistics, and protecting waterways and shorelines.

You will work with hazmat and field teams, follow regulatory safety procedures, and document operations efficiently. Preferred USCG Captain’s license (OUPV or higher); WA State Boater’s Card considered.