Temporary Deckhand - RV Tommy Munro
University of Southern Mississippi
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Job overview
University of Southern Mississippi is hiring a Temporary Deckhand - RV Tommy Munro. The temporary deckhand position on the R/V Tommy Munro supports vessel operations for up to 90 days, performing maintenance, cleaning, line handling, and assisting the captain and scientific crew while at sea and in port.
Key focus areas include Perform day-to-day maintenance including loading, storing, and maintaining equipment, Clean and sanitize all common areas on the vessel, and Handle lines, perform painting/chipping, and conduct yard work.
Successful candidates bring Authorized To Work In US and No Visa Sponsorship. Important skills include VHF Radio Communication, Operate Winches, Operate A-Frames, Operate Deck Cranes, Engine Room Checks, and Line Handling. Preferred (not required): Maintenance, Housekeeping, Sanitation, and Painting.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a seasonal position expected to last no more than 90 days. We encourage college students or anyone looking for a temporary position to apply. Preference will be give to local applicants with flexible availability .
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Vessel Captain, this position will perform deckhand duties on onboard the R/V Tommy Munro, a 98-foot offshore oceanographic research vessel homeported in Biloxi, MS. Temporary deckhands are responsible for general maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness of the vessel while at sea and in port. This is a temporary, non-benefitted position.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Performs day-to-day maintenance on R/V Tommy Munro to include but not limited to: loading, storing, and maintaining all equipment; performs cleaning and sanitation of all common areas; performs line handling duties; painting/chipping; and yard work. These duties will be performed in all types of weather, night and day, and while the vessel is underway and in port.
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Assists the Captain with wheel watches. Must be able to communicate with Captain and passengers via VHF radio, orally, or sound/hand signals.
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Operates winches, A-frames, and deck cranes; performs engine room checks and rigging.
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Assists scientific crews with safe and efficient gear deployments and retrievals to include nets, CTDs, and other necessary equipment.
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Assists passengers as needed and helps oversee general safety of those on board vessel.
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Serves as a deckhand on other university vessels as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.
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