San José State University · 15 hours ago
Small Boats Operations Coordinator
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$6,250/mo - $7,084/mo
3+ years expSan José State University is seeking a Small Boats Operations Coordinator to oversee the daily operations of small research vessels. The role involves ensuring safe navigation, vessel maintenance, and compliance with safety standards while supervising student assistants and marine staff.
Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage daily operations of MLML’s small boats and research vessels under 50 Gross Tons
Serve as primary operator for small research vessels, ensuring safe navigation, vessel maintenance, and compliance with safety standards
Oversee vessel scheduling and coordinate with scientific users to support research needs
Perform and supervise maintenance, repairs, and periodic overhauls of vessels, engines, trailers, and related equipment
Provide training, certification, and supervision of small boat operators, students, and marine staff
Maintain documentation of vessel operations, safety certifications, and operator records
Support marine operations budgeting and make recommendations for equipment purchases and improvements
Represent MLML at the annual Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) meeting
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of scientific or technical equipment in the specialty area to which assigned, including one year involving design modifications and fabrication of complex and highly technical equipment or equivalent to two years of semi-skilled experience maintaining and repairing scientific or technical equipment or related equipment experience as part of instructional support activities may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience or equivalent to two (2) years of trade school or technical arts training with specialization in the type of equipment repair to which assigned. Completion of an apprenticeship program or completion of a full military specialization in the required type of equipment maintenance and repair may be substituted for one year of the required experience. A Federal Communications Commission license is required for some positions
Preferred
USCG License: Master of Motor or Steam Powered Vessels not to exceed 50 Gross Tons/Near Coastal Route
Two (2) years' experience as Marine Technician, Mate or Captain or equivalent combination of education and experience relating to ships and their equipment
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary
Company
San José State University
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