[DEM-Coastal] contract job opportunity

[DEM-Coastal]

  *   Marine Maintenance Technician
POST DATE: OCT 19, 2021
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission is seeking qualified applicants for a Marine Maintenance Technician<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.asmfc.org/files/JobAnnouncements/21-014MarineMaintenanceTechnician.pdf__;!!KKphUJtCzQ!YfR3gDBTlHcnsc-RUb0N2m79tlNdZHXLeh4W9RN56fkebE_rdMReQ9SOFsrRS9kmKaForayIoA$ [asmfc[.]org]> to assist the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) programs that support scientific data collection for resource management. Specifically, RIDEM Division of Marine Fisheries and Division of Fish and Wildlife are seeking applicants to help in maintaining and operating marine vessels dedicated toward resource monitoring surveys used for informing fish and wildlife sustainability. The applicant will be expected to perform and/or assist with seasonal and annual scheduled maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on a fleet of vessels and associated trailers operated by the two Divisions. Vessels include several large and small survey vessels, ranging from 14 to 50 feet in length. These survey vessels operate in both fresh and marine water environments, can operate outside of scheduled work hours, and employ varying gear types including otter trawls, clam dredge, fish and lobster pots, seine nets, SCUBA support, electroshocking, and waterfowl assessment. Maintenance or repairs on associated gear (e.g. electrofishing boat electrical generator and water pump, net mending) may also be required. Propulsion systems for the vessels range from diesel to outboard engines, and the applicant will be expected to have a working knowledge and or technical understanding of survey vessel systems including hydraulics and electronics. If maintenance and repairs are outside of the scope and ability of the vessel staff, the applicant will be responsible for the scheduling the completion of maintenance or repairs from an accepted vendor. Applicant will be expected to have the ability to troubleshoot problems as they relate to the above duties.
The applicant will prepare and maintain forms and records documenting maintenance and repairs on vessels and associated equipment owned by the Department. The applicant will be responsible for the care, maintenance, repair, and security of state vehicle fleet and may assist in the maintenance of other facilities or assets that support the resources surveys. It is preferred that the applicant has knowledge in the field of fisheries and wildlife science and/or management, with the ability to assist biological staff in a wide array of surveys and other duties as necessary. The applicant may also be asked to assist the Divisions in the management and maintenance of properties and access points managed by the Department.
Application Process: Please email a resume and cover letter to Laura Leach<mailto:asmfc-jobs at asmfc.org>, Director of Finance and Administration, Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, 1050 N. Highland Street; Suite 200 A-N, Arlington, VA 22201 (asmfc-jobs at asmfc.org<mailto:asmfc-jobs at asmfc.org>) by the closing date of November 9, 2021. The vacancy number (21-014) must be identified in the subject line.
Contact:
cbutler at asmfc.org


Daniel Costa
PORT MANAGER
Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
Division of Coastal Resources
Port of Galilee
301 Great Island Rd.
Narragansett, RI 02882
401-782-4587
Dan.Costa at dem.ri.gov<mailto:Dan.Costa at dem.ri.gov>


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