Astor Environmental LLC (Astor) is seeking applicants for multiple Boat
Operator 2 positions to provide support on contract to the NOAA National
Marine Fisheries Service Point Adam's Research Station in Hammond,
Oregon. Astor provides personnel support services to government and
industry clients for marine fisheries and protected species. The Boat
Operator 2 will primarily operate a retired USCG 41 ft UTB converted for
research purposes. This position will assist with the
deployment/retrieval, towing, and safe operation of a pair-trawl
sampling program. This work is conducted in the Columbia River estuary
to evaluate the survival of tagged juvenile salmon and steelhead through
the federal hydrosystem. These are full-time short-term positions for
the approximate duration of April 1 ' June 15. Work will mostly be 40
hours per week, but will exceed 40 hours in May with overtime paid.
Schedules are dependent on project needs related to training and numbers
of tagged fish passing through the estuary. The workday starts and ends
at Kerry West Marina, Westport, OR. Sampling is conducted in the
Columbia River from Wauna Mill to Beaver Army Terminal. Preference will
be given to those who apply before February 15, 2026. Pay Wage will be
$34.00/hr. Included in this rate is a Service Contract Act (SCA) health
and welfare supplement. Overtime is paid at $43.37/hr, which is 1.5x
the base rate. In 2026, compensation will also include a stipend meant
to assist with transportation, housing, and relocation expenses
generously provided by Northwest Oregon Works. The stipend is estimated
to be $500 per pay period, depending on the number of project
participants. Duties Operate NOAA small boats (40 - 65 ft. in length),
as required. Maintain vessel float plans, operational logs and research
operation records. Perform crew member responsibilities on board vessel
in support of projects. Monitor the vessel's status and report any
maintenance requirements as appropriate. Other duties as required, e.g.,
perform routine maintenance and repairs on vessels and other equipment,
occasionally perform the duties of a Small Boat Operator I or Deckhand
I. Knowledge/Experience/Abilities Required By the Position Applicants
must have a valid USCG Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV)
or higher license. Knowledge of firefighting and prevention and flood
control techniques. Ability to work independently with a minimum amount
of supervision for extended periods of time. Applicant should be in good
physical condition and able to work outdoors in all types of weather.
Must have a valid state driver's license. Must have current First
Aid/CPR/ and BPP certifications (classes are provided after hire).
Minimum of one year experience on commercial or research vessels 40 '
65 ft. or larger. High school diploma or equivalent. Preference given to
applicants familiar with operating vessels in the lower Columbia River
and estuary. To apply, please visit: https://www.astorenv.com/job-board
