OPS Marine Technician (Finance)
Organizational Summary:
The Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) is a state-wide Academic Infrastructure Support Organization (AISO) established in 2009 by the Chancellor and Board of Governors (BOG) of the State University System (SUS). Hosted by the University of South Florida and housed at USF St. Petersburg campus, FIO operates under a Memorandum of Understanding with 32 institutions and agencies, including all 12 public universities, engaged in marine research, education, and resource management. FIO provides collaborating opportunities across academia, government, and private sector for educational, training, research, and public outreach for students and scientists across the state of Florida.
FIO operates a fleet of state of the art research vessels and a marine facility (Keys Marine Laboratory) supporting and enabling research and education across the state of Florida, offering unique opportunities for college level education and researchers studying the marine ecosystems offered along the coasts of Florida.
Position Description:
The Marine Technician will work with specialized marine and oceanographic instrumentation systems in onshore, coastal, and offshore research sites, including on-board ships, small vessels, and other oceanographic equipment. Individual contributor role with no day-to-day supervisory responsibility but may be designated lead on projects and duties as required.
This position will serve as a liaison with Chief Scientist, Marine Operations Leadership, and research vessel Captains to coordinate the shipboard science operations including pre-cruise planning for research equipment, logistics, and field operations. Will advise and instruct science parties on the safe operation and use of oceanographic equipment, provide technical expertise to on-board science groups and crew members, and maintain the shipboard communications and data network and research equipment. This position will report directly to the Captain of their respective vessel on the USF St. Petersburg campus.Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to stand for long period of time; perform recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, climbing, stretching, and reaching. This position may require work on weekends and holidays, and when at sea, is required to work 12-hour shifts, and be available to work on a 24-hour basis. Must not be incapacitated by motion sickness.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to obtain certification of completion for Standards of Training Certification, and Watch-keeping (STCW), Basic Safety Training, within six (6) months of accepting position.The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
\n
Working at USF
\n
With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
\n
To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here .Coordination with science parties for cruise planning, logistics, and field operations in relation to shipboard scientific research equipment needs and operations. Provides on-site technical expertise to shipboard science groups and ship's crew.
Testing, setup, installation, operations, and maintenance of oceanographic instrumentation systems, including shipboard electronic systems, navigation and communication systems, digital and analog data signals, and winch monitoring systems.
Operation and maintenance of shipboard computer system(s), broadband link through satellite communications to provide onboard internet access, and ship-to-shore connectivity for transmission of video. Operation of shipboard Data Acquisition System (DAS), to include collection and distribution of research-specific and navigational data for on-board science groups.
Maintaining documentation on instruments and equipment, to include safety manuals and user guides, maintenance and repair logs, and recommendations for overhaul or replacement.
Serves as an integral part of ship's crew, which involves response to all major shipboard emergencies including fire, flood, man overboard, and abandon ship as well as mooring and unmooring, anchoring, and deck equipment operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
