Description
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking contract mariner support services to fill gaps in their existing workforce. The contract mariners will support NOAA's research and survey ships, which are used for a wide range of marine activities, including fisheries research, nautical charting, and ocean and climate studies. The contract mariners will be required to hold a current, valid USCG license and STCW endorsements for their position, as well as a US passport and US citizenship. They will be responsible for supporting the operation and maintenance of NOAA ships worldwide. The contract will include positions such as licensed marine engineering officers, unlicensed mariners, and other support staff.
Some key points to consider:
* The contract mariners will be required to work on a daily basis, including travel.
* The daily rate for licensed marine engineers is based on a 10-hour workday, seven days a week.
* The daily rate for unlicensed mariners is based on an 8-hour workday, seven days a week.
* Overtime is not authorized unless explicitly directed by the Executive Officer of the vessel.
* The contract mariners will be required to follow all COVID protocols and NOAA medical standards.
* The contractor will be responsible for payroll, travel, workers' compensation coverage, and training for all contracted mariner support.