Tender Operator/Boatman - AMCC

Ahtna•Greenacres, FL

21h

About The Position

The Unlicensed Boatman independently operates and maintains small vessels used for transportation, support services, and site operations. The role includes navigating waterways, assisting with docking and mooring, performing routine vessel maintenance, and following maritime safety procedures. The position supports marine construction, dredging, and oil spill response activities and requires sound judgment, reliability, and awareness of job-site hazards. Travel is required to company project sites throughout Florida and the Southeast United States. The position pays $28.00–$32.00 per hour and follows a Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., or as business needs dictate. Work is generally outdoors and may involve changing temperatures and weather conditions, as well as noise. The role involves prolonged physical activity, including standing for up to 12 hours and frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. There are no supervisory responsibilities. Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of experience working as a Boatman.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Ability to properly wear, use, and maintain personal respirator equipment and other PPE on HAZWOPER sites.
Good communication skills and ability to take direction.
Ability to perform frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and other physically demanding tasks.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in the dredging industry.
OSHA 30 certification.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and navigate small boats transporting personnel, equipment, and materials.
Deploy, retrieve, and secure anchors for vessel positioning or mooring operations.
Assist with loading, unloading, and positioning pipe sections on vessels or at job sites.
Provide logistical support for marine construction, dredging, and oil spill response activities.
Assist with docking, securing vessels, and managing lines.
Clean, fuel, and perform basic mechanical checks to ensure vessel readiness.
Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, carrying, and securing heavy equipment.
Understand and follow safety requirements for maritime operations; properly wear, use, and maintain respirators and other personal protective equipment on HAZWOPER sites.
Monitor job sites for hazards, challenge unauthorized personnel, and help maintain a safe working environment.
Remain aware of surroundings, maintain eye contact with ground personnel, and recognize site-specific hazards.
Maintain logs related to vessel operations and maintenance.
Communicate effectively and take direction from environmental staff during field operations.
Take action to avoid hazards and obstructions, including utility lines, equipment, workers, and falling objects.
Monitor operations to ensure health and safety standards are met.
Coordinate boat actions with other activities and position or move loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.