Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a temporary relief Ordinary Seaman to join the Ship Operations Department. This is a temporary, casual, non-exempt position, and is eligible for casual benefits.
Reporting to the Master, Chief Mate, or Deck Watch Officer, stands bridge watch at sea as a lookout, or with approval of Master, as quartermaster. Under supervision of the Bosun, maintains interior and exterior spaces and deck equipment and operates machinery during loading of stores and scientific operations.
Physical Capability |
Example of Essential Function |
Balance |
Work in confined and unstable areas. |
Bend, kneel, squat |
Clean, maintain, and inspect equipment. |
Climb |
Reach work areas, equipment and stores by ladder and stairs. |
Crawl |
Crawl through bilge pockets, and under ladders and winch beds. |
Feel |
Touch objects: where sight is limited. |
Finger |
Manipulate nuts, bolts, tools, and cleaning gear. |
Handle |
Handle equipment and stores with sure grip. |
Hear, talk |
Communicate with people. |
Lift, carry |
Load stores over 50 pounds. |
Push, pull |
Move equipment over 50 pounds. |
Reach |
Up, over, and under equipment and stores. |
See |
Read labels, menus, logs, charts, and gauges in poor lighting. |
Sit |
Operate crane, Avon, lifeboat, and life raft. |
Stand |
Work on equipment. |
Walk |
Perform rounds at sea. |
Write |
Maintain logs. |
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Work Condition |
Example of Hazardous Area/Duty |
Confined areas |
Store rooms, engine spaces, and tanks |
Potential allergens and irritants |
Fuels, solvents, cleaners, dust, fumes, smoke, and gases |
Adverse weather |
On deck in rough seas during equipment maintenance |
Extreme temperatures |
On deck in tropics and high latitudes; in engine room |
Potential hazards |
Being at sea; slippery and uneven surfaces; moving parts and objects; climbing ladders; and working aloft |
Noise |
Constant and loud engine room noise, blowers, exhaust fans |
Schedule |
Protracted and irregular working hours |
Vibrations |
Ship's engines and chipping hammer |