Master Derrickboat

About the Position: Serve as Master of a derrickboat engaged in channel maintenance, marine construction, and hoisting services. Direct and be responsible for the proper maintenance, operation, administration, and safety of the vessel. Recruitment incentives, to include student loan repayment, may be offered to highly qualified candidates.

Supervise or direct and coordinate the activities of the crew in sweeping and probing waterways for rocks and obstructions.

Build and repair docks, dikes, and revetments.

Use electronic positioning equipment for locating obstructions and for checking locations as work progresses.

Supervise all repairs to house, hull, machinery and equipment.

Direct or perform the operation of hoisting and swinging engines on derrickboat engaged in removing obstructions and shoals in navigation channels.

Train new employees.

Conduct fire, lifeboat, and man-overboard drills.

Apply strict safety standards to avoid accidents.

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