Think Tank, Inc.
Job Description
Job Description
*US Citizenship Required *Onsite Position at NEFSC Facility and aboard research vessels in Northwest Atlantic Ocean *Proposal Effort, Position is Subject to Contract Award POSITION DESCRIPTION: Think Tank is seeking a
Deckhand Assistant Level II
to support marine biological and oceanographic surveys. The vessel conducts
bottom trawl, shrimp, plankton, right whale, and special project surveys
along the U.S. Northeast coast. The Deckhand Assistant provide hands-on support for
deck operations, equipment handling, vessel maintenance, and crew support
during scientific missions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in
deploying and retrieving sampling gear
(nets, trawls, dredges, CTDs, probes, grabs). Support
meal prep, housekeeping, and general shipboard duties . Load/unload ship's stores, supplies, and scientific equipment. Assist with
docking, line handling, and anchor/watch duties . Support vessel maintenance, repair, and trawl/hydraulic gear upkeep. Ensure safe and efficient deck operations; follow OIC/JOIC orders in emergencies. Communicate effectively and work as a team member in all sea/weather conditions. Submit
end-of-cruise progress reports
and maintain daily communication with leadership. REQUIREMENTS: 3+ years
trawling experience with hydraulic winches, cranes, and windlasses. Experience
deploying/retrieving
bottom or midwater trawls, rigging, and net repair. (AB Fishing Merchant Mariner Credential may reduce requirement to 1.5 years). Positive, professional demeanor in
close living quarters . CPR/First Aid/AED certification (current) Training/experience
per
NOAA Small Boat Policy . US Merchant Mariner Credential recommended but not required. Physical ability: lift/carry 55 lbs, work 12-hour days (occasional 20-hour days), maintain balance in heavy seas, work in varied weather, and handle sea sickness if it occurs.
Job Description
*US Citizenship Required *Onsite Position at NEFSC Facility and aboard research vessels in Northwest Atlantic Ocean *Proposal Effort, Position is Subject to Contract Award POSITION DESCRIPTION: Think Tank is seeking a
Deckhand Assistant Level II
to support marine biological and oceanographic surveys. The vessel conducts
bottom trawl, shrimp, plankton, right whale, and special project surveys
along the U.S. Northeast coast. The Deckhand Assistant provide hands-on support for
deck operations, equipment handling, vessel maintenance, and crew support
during scientific missions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in
deploying and retrieving sampling gear
(nets, trawls, dredges, CTDs, probes, grabs). Support
meal prep, housekeeping, and general shipboard duties . Load/unload ship's stores, supplies, and scientific equipment. Assist with
docking, line handling, and anchor/watch duties . Support vessel maintenance, repair, and trawl/hydraulic gear upkeep. Ensure safe and efficient deck operations; follow OIC/JOIC orders in emergencies. Communicate effectively and work as a team member in all sea/weather conditions. Submit
end-of-cruise progress reports
and maintain daily communication with leadership. REQUIREMENTS: 3+ years
trawling experience with hydraulic winches, cranes, and windlasses. Experience
deploying/retrieving
bottom or midwater trawls, rigging, and net repair. (AB Fishing Merchant Mariner Credential may reduce requirement to 1.5 years). Positive, professional demeanor in
close living quarters . CPR/First Aid/AED certification (current) Training/experience
per
NOAA Small Boat Policy . US Merchant Mariner Credential recommended but not required. Physical ability: lift/carry 55 lbs, work 12-hour days (occasional 20-hour days), maintain balance in heavy seas, work in varied weather, and handle sea sickness if it occurs.