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Small Boat Operator/Mechanic

Marine Hydraulics International, LLC
Portsmouth, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2026

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and assist in boat operations, navigation in and out of harbors and shipyards.
  • Ability to maneuver small boats to dock and undock, to come along side other vessels.
  • Shipboard support to include knowledge of launching and recovery of small boats. (17’-28’)
  • Position will be a part of an established Marine Operations division that supports oil spill response, oil containment boom deployment, and line handling.
  • Assist in other non-small boat operations on occasion, including but not limited to, general automotive mechanic tasks, vacuum truck logistics, sewer/drain cleaning.
  • Candidate can expect to be trained in functions beyond normal operations.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent. Trade school training a plus.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Possess valid state driver’s license, Commercial Driver License is a plus.
  • Must be able to obtain TWIC and DBIDS badges.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Minimum of 1 year general mechanical and/or boat operations experience.
  • Experience with driving pickup trucks with trailers on the road and in enclosed or limited spaces.
  • Flexibility on hours/schedule due to customers’ requirements.

 

Working Conditions:

  • Full-Time Position, with excellent benefit packages available.
  • Accurate Marine Environmental is a 24/7 Oil Spill Response Organization. With that, the candidate should be aware they will be on call for any emergency responses.
  • Small boat operators can expect to be working in various conditions, including but not limited to, wind, rain, snow, and hot/cold temperatures.

 

Our benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
  • Legal Resources
  • Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • 401K
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) – Vacation and Sick
  • Holiday pay
  • Annual performance evaluations
  • Annual bonuses

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