Overview

Deckhand (AUTEC-2023-20434)

Bowhead seeks a Deckhand to assist with the Marine Vessel Operations of Navy vessels out of Andros Island Bahamas supporting the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC). The Deckhand will work to work as part of a close knit team, as well as independently, to accomplish a range of maritime functions as you support AUTEC.

• This position will require full time relocation to the island. The work is 5 days a week 50 hour work weeks. We cover the flight there and lodging is covered by the Navy as you would live there on the base. We submit and hold your security clearance. We have a reimbursement program to help offset a majority if not all of the costs shipping what you want in your room.*

Responsibilities

As a member of the team you will: Handle lines and cables during docking/undocking of vessel, breaks out, rigs, overhauls, and stows cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Assist with the launching and recovering of test equipment, shapes, targets, exercise Torpedoes and other range test equipment as designated. May assist with the overhaul of lifeboats and lifeboat gear and lowers or raises lifeboats with winch or falls. Maintain other shipboard safety equipment. Handle lines during launch and recovery of items. May operate small boats when qualified. Conduct preservation of vessels which may include the painting and surface preparations on deck or superstructure of ship or other vessels. Preservation includes cleaning, chipping, scraping, wire brushing, and painting decks, sides, and superstructure; polishing metalwork, and operating and maintaining deck gear, safety equipment, rigging, and other equipment maintenance. Inspect and test equipment to ensure safe and proper operation, inspects work areas and crew quarters for cleanliness and assists with maintaining a clean and sanitary work and living environment, directs and assists with securing of cargo, deck gear, and lines preparatory to leaving port and supervises handling of mooring lines and gangway when ship is docked or undocked. Stand at wheel or lookout, watch for obstructions in path of ship, steer ship, and direct security procedures.

Qualifications

• This position will require full time relocation to the island. The work is 5 days a week 50 hour work weeks. We cover the flight there and lodging is covered by the Navy as you would live there on the base. We submit and hold your security clearance. We have a reimbursement program to help offset a majority if not all of the costs shipping what you want in your room.*

If/when qualified you may be assigned to operate AUTEC's small craft and associated marine equipment, when not operating assigned vessel you will perform maintenance duties to ensure vessel readiness or you may be assigned fill in to operate other vessels. Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a U.S citizen.

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S government security clearance.

• One plus (1+) years of marine operations experience

• USCG Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchstanding (STCW) certification desired

• Experience in operating boats.

• Valid passport

• Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to effectively communicate - Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2024-20434

Category Mariners/Vessels/Diesel Engineers

Location : Location BS-Andros Town

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement Less than 10%