Small Boat Operator

University of Texas at Austin; Port Aransas (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas seeks a qualified Small Boat Operator to support marine research operations. You will safely operate small vessels (<30'), transport personnel and equipment, deploy and recover instruments, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

The role requires at least five years of relevant experience, marine electronics and mechanical skills, and a U.S. Coast Guard captain's license (OUPV six-pack). You will also maintain boats, trailers, and engines, and assist with fieldwork, with occasional extended trips.

Qualifications

• Skilled at small boat (<30') operation in coastal and offshore waters.
• Five years of experience in trailering, launching, and retrieving boats.
• Mechanical and electrical experience with trailer and boat wiring.
• Familiarity with marine electronics (GPS, radar, VHF, sonar, etc.).
• OUPV six-pack Coast Guard license, preferably 50 gross tons Master near-coastal waters or higher.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operate boats during sampling trips for UTMSI research.
• Teach grad students and staff how to operate and wash boats.
• Perform routine vessel maintenance and assist with repairs.
• Maintain boat, trailer, and engine equipment.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Small boat operation

Trailering

Marine electronics

Mechanical work

GPS/Radar/VHF knowledge

OUPV captain license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Small Boat Operator

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Hiring Department:

Marine Science Institute

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Sep 30, 2027

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Location:

PORT ARANSAS, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

We seek a qualified and experienced Small Boat Operator to support marine research operations at the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of small vessels supporting scientific fieldwork, including transportation of personnel and equipment, deployment and recovery of research instruments, and adherence to all safety and environmental regulations.

Purpose

The Small Boat Operator supports UT Marine Science Institute research by safely operating small vessels during sampling trips, transporting personnel and equipment, and assisting with research operations. The role also includes boat, trailer, and engine maintenance and requires at least five years of relevant experience, marine electronics and mechanical skills, and a U.S. Coast Guard captain's license.

Applicants who are not legally authorized to work in the U.S. will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist UTMSI personnel by operating boats during sampling trips
• Teach grad students and UT employees how to operate and wash boats properly
• Perform routine vessel maintenance and assist with repairs as needed
• Boat, trailer, engine maintenance and repair
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Skilled at small boat (<30') operation, in coastal (including shallow waters), offshore, and nearshore environments under varying weather and sea conditions
• Five years of experience in trailering, launching, and retrieving boats
• Mechanical work (such as working in the auto or marine repair field) and electrical experience (trailer and boat wiring).
• Familiarity with marine electronics (GPS, radar, VHF radio, sonar, etc.)
• At least an OUPV six-pack Coast Guard license, preferably a 50 gross tons Master near-coastal waters or higher.
• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Open water dive certified.
• Knowledge of local marine environments and ecosystems preferred

Driving Required

This job requires a class \"C\" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

$44,000+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Fieldwork may involve long hours, early mornings, or overnight trips.
• Exposure to wet, cold, and hot environments and rough seas.
• Occasional weekend or holiday work, depending on research needs.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.