Able Mariner-2025 R/V Elakha Relief Pool

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation (i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.). Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions. Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

In order to maintain an active status within the pool, applicants will need to reapply annually. Should you no longer wish to remain an applicant for this posting please login and withdraw your application from this posting. Use caution as you will not be able to reapply until the next year.

Applicants are contacted only when a need to fill R/V Elakha Relief Able Mariner positions, on an intermittent basis, arises.

For additional information please contact: Matt Fogg, Port Captain Email: mathurin.fogg@oregonstate.edu.

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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This recruitment will be used to fill future full-time, hourly, intermittent (as needed) Able Mariner positions in the Ship Operations unit within the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University. The Able Mariner is part of a small team which functions to assist the Master on the Research Vessel (R/V) Elakha in the maintenance and repair of the vessel and its deck equipment, and to assist in the safe and efficient operation of the vessel.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% – Stands watch as helmsman, visual and radar lookout, and/or winch operator at sea. Stands security watch in ports other than home port; stands watch as assigned for a specific time.
• 35% – Cleans, paints and maintains ship’s hull, decks, bulkheads, equipment, masts, quarters, heads and tanks; assists in mooring and unmooring the vessel; assists in rigging and handling scientific gear; loads and unloads equipment and stores.
• 20% – Operates ship’s equipment such as winches, crane, boat, davits, anchor windlass, and capstan, while at sea; operates ship’s equipment such as cranes and winches while in ports to load and unload supplies and equipment; assists in shipboard operations as required during research work at sea.
• 5% – Actively participates in shipboard drills and emergency training, including training ashore. Maintains firefighting and safety equipment. Fights fires and administers first aid when required. Other duties as assigned.

What We Require

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) and six months of maritime experience.

LICENSING / CERTIFICATIONS:

• Merchant Mariner’s Credential with an endorsement of Able Seaman, Special, or higher issued by the Coast Guard
• STCW endorsements as appropriate for this position.
• Ability to obtain a passport
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English
• Meet Coast Guard drug testing requirements

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position is required to work on board the R/V Elakha at sea on research cruises that may last from one day up to one week, in ocean and weather conditions which are highly variable. The incumbent must not be incapacitated by seasickness. As part of ongoing COVID-19 mitigation efforts, the unit may require PCR testing as well as quarantine and self-reporting for up to fourteen days prior to employment. Ship Operations is a seven day per week operation; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift and/or work assignment may change based on operational needs. The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds is required.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
• Optional Documents
• License or Certification - 1
• License or Certification - 2
• License or Certification - 3
• License or Certification - 4

VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed).