Part Time Marine Master

ASRC Federal•Southold, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Field Services, a subsidiary of ASRC Federal Holding Company, is seeking a part-time Marine Master at the Plum Island Animal Disease Research Center on Plum Island, New York. The position commands and supervises a Government-furnished ferry operating within domestic waterways. Marine transportation to the island is furnished by a Government-provided ferry. The Marine Master oversees vessel operations, crew, passenger and freight safety, navigation, regulatory compliance, equipment readiness, and cargo or passenger loading and discharging. The role also maintains vessel records and performs or coordinates routine preventive and corrective maintenance, along with other duties assigned by the Department Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
5–7 years of experience.
USCG Merchant Mariners Master License, 100 Gross.
FCC Marine Radio Operator credential.
Ability to perform physical activities requiring considerable use of the whole body.
Ability to climb ladders, reach overhead, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to carry out housekeeping duties with minimal direction, following prescribed methods and directives.
Ability to move freely in restricted, unsteady, or otherwise inaccessible environments.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment, such as safety shoes, hard hats, and hearing and eye protection.

Nice To Haves

USCG Radar Observer certification, to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Advanced Shipboard Firefighter Certification, to be obtained within the first year.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential.

Responsibilities

Command and supervise the operations of a Government-furnished ferry within domestic waterways.
Coordinate and assign work tasks and operational logistical schedules.
Facilitate, assist with, and participate in USCG inspections and compliance audits; ensure USCG and other regulatory documentation requirements are upheld.
Supervise crew members and direct their vessel operations, including steering, navigation assistance, engine operation, vessel communications, preventive maintenance, line handling, and cargo and freight loading.
Determine course and speed, maneuver to avoid hazards, and continuously monitor the vessel’s position using charts and navigational aids.
Oversee the overall safety of passengers and freight.
Operate the vessel to transport passengers, freight, cargo, and livestock.
Ensure proper procedures and safety practices are followed.
Ensure machinery and equipment are in good working order and oversee the loading and discharging of cargo or passengers.
Maintain logs and other records tracking vessel movements, pollution-control efforts, and cargo and passenger records.
Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance and/or ensure crew members complete those tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Manager.