Paul Smith's College · 1 month ago
AWI Watercraft Inspection Stewards
Paul Smiths, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.50/hr - $19.50/hrPaul Smith’s College Adirondack Watershed Institute (AWI) is seeking to hire full and part-time Watercraft Inspection Stewards for the summer of 2026. Stewards serve on the frontlines in the effort to prevent the transport of aquatic invasive species through education, watercraft inspection, and decontamination.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Greet and engage the public at boat launches or roadside locations; provide educational messaging
Perform watercraft inspections and removal of vegetation in accordance with training
Identify AIS and determine if a watercraft meets New York State’s “clean, drain, and dry” regulatory standard; recommend boat decontamination services, as necessary
Collect and record electronic data using tablet computers provided by AWI
Provide NYS DEC motorboat inspection certificates as required
Set up, maintain, and take down the steward sign, table, and canopy (if required) including information brochures, clean, drain, dry swag, and plant samples
Participate in on-going training throughout the season
Perform other duties as assigned to support AWI’s mission
Perform watercraft decontaminations by using high- and low-pressure hot water
Perform daily maintenance of the decontamination stations, equipment, and tools
Work within highway right-of-way for short periods of time to set up and take down signage, and walk short distances carrying signage as needed
Qualification
Required
All education and experience levels are considered
Capable of working independently and in inclement weather
High level of motivation and enthusiasm, willing to initiate interaction with the public
Strong communication skills
Prior experience using a tablet computer or the ability to learn to use a tablet computer for data entry purposes
Regular internet access to upload data and fill in an online timecard
Ability to spend extended amounts of time on your feet, bending, and crouching to reach under vessels
Prior knowledge of watercrafts and aquatic invasive species or a willingness to learn
Use of a personal vehicle for gear transportation and shelter at work locations for shift duration
Must be 18 years or older
Ability to lift 50 pounds and maneuver wheel mounted pressure washers and wastewater collection pads
Comfortable working with privately-owned watercrafts and using high pressure hot water to decontaminate them (3000 psi, 140° Fahrenheit)
Preferred
Ability to work all weekends and holidays is strongly preferred for full-time applicants
Experience operating gasoline powered motorized equipment, e.g., lawnmowers, snow blowers, all-terrain vehicles, and similar items is preferred but not required
Benefits
Paid, multi-day online training
In-person training day
Company
Paul Smith's College
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