Vessel Operator I: Safety-Driven Deck Leader

Republic Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a skilled vessel operator to inspect boats and equipment before voyages, utilizing navigational data to ensure safe operations. The role involves steering vessels when safe, coordinating with the supervisor to adjust float and work plans, and directing crew during deployments.

Candidates should have maritime experience and be prepared for ongoing safety training, drills, and regulatory documentation to support safe operations across inland and coastal waters.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year related experience in the maritime industry.

Responsibilities

• Deploys, tows, and anchors containment boom and other spill response equipment, as necessary.
• Responsible for ensuring job-related equipment is always in good working order and ready for deployment or drill notifications.
• Document and keep current all vessel logs and inspections.
• Provides clear direction to deckhands and passengers to ensure safety during potential navigational or event hazards.
• Provides continuous training in safety, seamanship skills and basic navigation techniques.
• Conduct onboard safety drills.
• Understand and complete paperwork to follow procedures and regulations, such as customer logbooks, vessel logbooks, charts, EPA Discharge logs, placards, and labeling.

Skills

Vessel operation

Seamanship

Safety training

Crew supervision

Tools

Navigation equipment

Charts

EPA Discharge logs

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a skilled vessel operator to inspect boats and equipment before voyages, utilizing navigational data to ensure safe operations. The role involves steering vessels when safe, coordinating with the supervisor to adjust float and work plans, and directing crew during deployments.

Candidates should have maritime experience and be prepared for ongoing safety training, drills, and regulatory documentation to support safe operations across inland and coastal waters.