Vessel Operator Job at US Ecology, Inc.
Pay: $29.05+ per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off – The Columbia is stationed offshore 24/7/365
Vessel Operators are responsible for the safe and effective navigation and operation of response vessels in the support of planned and emergency response projects on an as-needed basis. Operate response vessels while deploying, retrieving, and working with oil containment boom and various other pieces of equipment. Ensure response readiness for actual emergency responses as well as for Federal, State, and US Ecology internal drills.
Vessel Operators must be located within a one-hour response time to Grays Harbor, Port Angeles, Port Townsend, Castle Rock, Tacoma, Seattle, Everett, Anacortes, or Bellingham.
Day in the Life
- Ensure all safety and job-related equipment is always in good working order by immediately reporting any issues and/or concerns to the Marine Project Manager and/or Operations Manager.
- Safely and effectively lead crew members while engaged in vessel operations.
- Demonstrate proficiency in response vessel operations which includes vessel containment booming, protection booming, open water booming/containment, skimming vessel operation, skimmer operation, and small barge operations.
- Understand and comply with company and client safety standards.
- Respond and execute field work encompassed in marine services and marine spill response projects while under limited supervision and in varying environmental conditions.
- Set up a containment reduction zone consistent with OSHA regulations.
- Safe operation of Company equipment as well as a variety of construction/rental equipment.
- Other duties as needed or assigned.
What you need to apply
- 2-5 years in the maritime industry.
- Driver's license required, plus a driving record with less than 3 violations in the last 3 years.
- State Boater Safety Card and/or have a USCG License Rating
- Demonstrated ability to operate a skiff /work boat and other required equipment safely and proficiently.
- Basic computer skills
- 1 year of general labor experience preferred
- Required to wear a respirator as needed
- Ability to pass pre-employment background checks and drug screening
For information about our generous benefits click the following link:
https://www.republicservices.jobs/benefits/
US Ecology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
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