As-Needed Watercraft Inspector

Dudek

9d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

Dudek is seeking as-needed Watercraft Inspectors to conduct watercraft inspections, reporting, on-site surveys, customer service, outreach and education, and interaction with the public and partners of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and California State Parks. Work will be conducted in the field at DWR locations at Lake Oroville in Butte County, California. Watercraft inspectors will conduct outreach and education for each watercraft owner/operator and will physically and visually inspect all watercraft for aquatic invasive species and assess risk in accordance with control guidance and according to established protocol. Training will be provided by Dudek. The number of hours depends on project needs; 40 hours per week is not guaranteed. This project is slated to end October 30, 2026.

Requirements

High school degree, some college or university experience required.
Basic computer literacy skills.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by the first day of employment
Must have reliable transportation.
The ability to work on weekends and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
Team-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset
Self-directed and dependable in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Customer service-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Background in outreach, education, and public engagement
Sound judgment and decision-making in dynamic field conditions
Detail-oriented with a proven track record of accuracy
General knowledge of watercraft operations and handling

Responsibilities

Aquatic Invasive Species outreach and education of watercraft owners/operators
Perform watercraft inspections according to protocol.
Documentation, data entry, reporting.
Clear communication with the public, staff, partners, and professional demeanor.
All work will be conducted under the guidance of Dudek senior staff, and complete background information and instructions will be provided for each project and site.
Equipment needed for data collection will be provided by Dudek.
Other duties as assigned.
Will require driving at low/no light conditions.

Benefits

As-needed and part-time employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan, sick leave, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
As-needed and part-time employees have the option of additional benefits like medical benefits and ESOP participation provided they meet minimum hours worked during the 12-month look back measurement period.

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