MARINE OPERATOR 1, 2 or 3
State of Louisiana
About this Job
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PNO-921-011326-LRAt the Port of New Orleans, our mission is to drive economic prosperity throughout our tri-parish jurisdiction: Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard. We collaborate with state and local partners to ensure that we can continue to be a vital link to the world for businesses and consumers throughout Louisiana and beyond.
Port NOLA seeks a Marine Operator 1, 2, or 3 to assists in the operation of marine equipment and vessels. Are you ready to work where the water meets opportunity? Whether you’re just starting out or bringing years of experience aboard, we’re looking for skilled, safety-minded, and motivated individuals to join our Marine Operations team. Step into a career that moves with purpose and keeps the maritime world turning.
Are you ready to Steer Critical Marine Operations with Precision and Purpose? Apply today to join the Port of New Orleans Team!
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of the appropriate level of U.S. Coast Guard license for the vessel and duties assigned.
Job Specification
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The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Job Duties:
- Dredging and Vessel Operations: Operates work boats and specialized marine equipment in support of dredging activities, including towing barges, pipelines, pontoons, and disabled vessels; conducts sounding and survey operations; and utilizes navigation, radar, radio, and safety systems to ensure safe and accurate operations.
- Leadership and Operational Management: Manages and directs daily dredging operations to maintain assigned project depths, overseeing the dredge, pipeline, winch barge, and work boats; provides direct supervision of lower-level supervisory staff and vessel personnel; schedules work assignments; evaluates performance; and leads emergency fire and collision drills.
- Planning, Compliance, and Reporting: Plans and schedules dredging and vessel movements; inspects equipment, machinery, rigging, and gear to ensure operational readiness and safety; maintains the Master Log; completes and submits required operational reports; and collects, inputs, and manages hydrographic data to support precise dredging operations.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Marine Operator 1,2 or 3.
Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $1.50 per hour for each hour actually worked.
Work Schedule: This position currently consists of working a forty (40) hour work week with overtime as necessary.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Lynetta Robinson
Port of New Orleans / Human Resources
P.O. Box 60046
New Orleans, LA 70160
(504) 528-3226