POSITIONS: Deck Lead/Master
COMPANY: IBSS Corporation
LOCATION: Position will be based out of Woods Hole, MA
DESCRIPTION (scope of work)
IBSS is seeking a seasonal Deckhand Lead/Master to support the Research Vessel (R/V) Gloria Michelle. The vessel is equipped primarily for bottom trawl surveys to collect biological data. However, the vessel can easily accommodate coastal oceanographic, hydrographic, and benthic surveys with a variety of grabs, dredges, cast corers, and towed equipment. Applicants must have sea-going experience and knowledge of deck and fishing operations. Please note travel to and from Woods Hole, MA area or related port is at employee’s expense.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in deploying and retrieving sampling gear. Sampling gear includes nets, trawls, grabs, dredges, probes, CTDs, or other instruments used to accomplish scientific investigations.
- Perform maintenance on fishing trawls and other sampling gear, particularly fishing net repair and mending, as required.
- Assist with meal preparation and routine housekeeping chores including cleaning interior decks and head, and other duties.
- Assist in the loading and unloading of ship’s stores, supplies, and scientific gear.
- Assist with docking exercises, line handling and tying various rope knots.
- Assist and independently operate, maintain, and repair all vessel systems as needed, including Caterpillar 3406 main engine and associated propulsion gear, Isuzu Diesel generators, hydraulic systems, and other vessel equipment including articulating crane, net reel, trawl winch, and anchor windlass.
- Perform stand wheel house and anchor watches as requested by the Officer in Charge (OIC). Watches are limited to no more than 4 hours and typically average less than one hour.
- In case of an emergency or urgency, the contractor shall be required to obey the lawful orders of the OIC or the JOIC in such situations as fire, flooding, collision, man overboard, or abandon ship, while underway, anchored, or alongside.
- Effectively communicate and work as a team member while underway
PHYSICAL EFFORT
- Moderate to substantial effort will be required while operating controls and handling gear.
- Coordination is necessary to operate controls while safely maneuvering instruments over the side of the vessel.
- Adequate strength in the arms, legs and back as well as good balance, agility, and the ability to anticipate rolling and pitching movements of the vessel are needed to move and work when the boat is pitching violently in storm or heavy seas.
- Conduct work while experiencing periods of motion or sea sickness.
- Occasionally be required to lift, carry, and position items weighing up to 60 pounds. Typical length of a working day is approximately 12 hours. Longer days may reach up to 20 hours in length.
REQUIRED SKILLS / EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Shall abide by and enforce all statutory, safety, and operational standards for ships and seamen.
- A positive and calm demeanor to include the ability to accept frustrating and trying situations beyond his control, and behave in an amiable fashion with all embarked personnel.
- A USCG 100 Gross Ton Master’s License and meet training/experience requirements set by NOAA Small Boat Policy for a Small Research Vessel (NAO 217-103).
- A current Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED must exist and be renewed as necessary.
- Possess any combination of experience and/or training in diesel mechanics, electronics/wiring, plumbing, deck maintenance, carpentry, metal working, net mending, and hydraulics.
- The physical fitness and stamina necessary for performing duties entailed. Shall be expected to work in an environment of moderate risk, under various weather conditions, and frequently work long hours.
- Successfully pass a drug test and background check.
- Strongly recommended but not required that the contractor possess a US Merchant Mariner document/credential.
- Due to the small size, close living quarters, and long days aboard the 72′ Research Vessel, the contractor must have a positive and calm demeanor, possess the ability to accept frustrating and trying situations beyond their control, and behave in an amiable fashion with all personnel embarked aboard the Research Vessel.
ABOUT IBSS CORP
Since 1992, IBSS, a woman-owned small business, has provided transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering (including oceans, coasts, climate, and weather), and professional management services.
Our approach is to serve our employees by investing in their growth and development. As a result, our employees bring greater capabilities and provide an exceptional level of service to our clients. In addition to creating career development opportunities for our employees, IBSS is passionate about giving back to the community and serving the environment. We strive to leave something better behind for the next generation.
We measure our success by the positive impact we have on our employees, clients, partners, and the communities we serve. Our tagline, Powered by Excellence, is a recognition of the employees that make up IBSS and ensures we deliver results with quality, applying industry best practices and certifications.
IBSS offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with company-paid deductible, paid time off, federal holidays, matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.
IBSS is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Click https://www.eeoc.gov/poster to see, The EEO is the law.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the HR Department, Francesca Urrutia at (703) 826-4302, or email at [email protected]
APPLY NOW
Visit https://www.ibsscorp.com/careers and complete your application under the Deck Lead/Master posting. Please contact Lacey Bluemel with any questions at [email protected] or at 603-801-0605.
Posted June 12th, 2023
