ABLE SEAFARER
LOCATION: NSWC Panama City
This position is contingent on a proposal.
Candidates with experience working at NSWC Panama City are highly preferred.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Performs specialized marine and shore-based tasks in support of SCORE and Fleet training
• Launch/recovery/operation of small boat
• Stand watch while vessel underway
• Loads cargo as part of deck department team under supervision of Mate
• Maintenance to vessel in accordance with Preventative Maintenance Program
• Maintain cleanliness of vessel and accompanying equipment
• Prepares meals in accordance with crew meal schedule
• Works in team environment as “Deck Lead” under immediate supervision of Mate/Captain receiving technical guidance as required
• Provides oversight and mentoring to OS/deckhand(s)
• Protection to the environment in accordance with local, state and federal law
• Maintenance of network/NMCI access by regularly accessing computer network system

Qualification Requirements:

• Must have the ability to acquire and hold a Secret Security Clearance
• Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) - Minimum rating AB or AS Special National Rating and valid TWIC card
• Valid Driver’s License
• Basic Safety Training STCW
• Minimum 5 years vessel experience
• Must be able to complete company operational specific training with 120 days of hire
• Must be proficient in written and verbal English language skills
• Must be able to swim and pass annual company physical
• Must be physically fit, and capable of spending extensive hours/days at sea in all weather conditions including performing their emergency duties listed in the vessel Station Bill
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Able-Bodied Seaman Special (AB Special) - National Rating
• TWIC Card
• Basic Safety Training STCW
• Lifeboatman (Proficiency in Survival Craft)
• CPR/First Aid Card

Education

• High School graduate or GED equivalent

VETS is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
VETS is a Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Based in Tysons Corner, Virginia, VETS has a Southwest operations office in Tucson, Arizona and contract management sites throughout the United States. VETS supports a growing number of U.S. Government defense and civilian agencies with technology, systems engineering, as well as construction and program management support services.