Astor Environmental LLC (Astor) is seeking applicants for multiple Boat
Operator 1 positions to provide support on contract to the NOAA National
Marine Fisheries Service Pt. Adams Research Station in Hammond, Oregon.
Astor provides personnel support services to government and industry
clients for marine fisheries and protected species. The Boat Operator
will primarily operate a 21ft research vessel and assist in gear
deployment/retrieval, debris removal, and crew transfers associated with
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 $28.50/hr. Included in this rate is a Service Contract
Act (SCA) health and welfare supplement. Overtime is paid at $35.12/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 (16-26 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. Help assure safe vessel operations. Monitor the
vessel's status and report any maintenance requirements as appropriate.
Perform other duties as required, e.g., perform routine maintenance and
repairs on vessels and other equipment, occasionally perform the duties
of a Deckhand I. Knowledge/Experience/Abilities Required By the Position
NOAA small boat safety course or equivalent is required (classes are
provided after hire). USCG Auxiliary Boating Skills & Seamanship courses
or equivalent. Minimum of 1 or more years' experience in the maritime
industry operating small boats. Ability to work independently with a
minimum amount of supervision for extended periods. Applicant should be
in good physical condition and able to work outdoors in all types of
weather. Must have current First Aid/CPR/ and BPP certifications
(classes are provided after hire). Preference given to applicants
familiar with operating vessels in the lower Columbia River and estuary.
Must have a valid state driver's license. High school diploma or
equivalent. Applicants must submit a resume that includes the following:
Work history for the past 5 years or since the last full-time education.
Education. Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
Three professional references. To apply please visit:
https://www.astorenv.com/job-boa
