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Osceola County

Training Captain - Fire

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$41.99/hr

Florida Firefighter II Florida State Fire Instructor I Certificate Florida State Engineers Certification(within 12 months of initial hire) Florida State Fire Officer I Certificate Current Florida ...

Osceola County, FL

Training Captain - Fire

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$41.99/hr

Florida Firefighter II * Florida State Fire Instructor I Certificate * Florida State Engineers Certification (within 12 months of initial hire) * Florida State Fire Officer I Certificate * Current ...

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Deckhand (Part-Time) (Key West Campus)

Key West, FL • On-site

College of the Florida Keys
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$17.50/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Salary: $17.50 Hourly
Location : 5901 College Road Key West, FL
Job Type: Part Time Temporary
Job Number: 00462
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Marine & Applied Sciences
Opening Date: 10/10/2022
Description
The Deckhand is a part-time position that is part of a ship's crew. The duties include maintenance, mooring, boat preparation, and breakdown and supervision of passengers on the vessel. Hours will vary according to need and will be determined on a weekly basis. This position typically maintains a 5 to 25-hour work schedule and reports to the Director, Marine Science and Technology.
Examples of Duties
  1. Clean the vessel after use or as part of routine maintenance as assigned by the supervisor.
  2. Maintains strict inventory and control of all equipment on the vessel.
  3. Provides a briefing to passengers.
  4. Prepares the vessel for use.
  5. Assists with refueling the vessel.
  6. Issues, collects, and stows equipment on the vessel as necessary.
  7. Practices risk management in order to prevent injury (moves weights to the floor, secures cylinders and equipment, assists with passengers entering and exiting the water etc.).
  8. Checks emergency equipment (O2, First Aid Kit, etc.) daily.
  9. Assists the Captain, Instructor and Lab Technical Advisor in ensuring that that all divers are following safe diving practices according to PADI and MUS standards.
  10. Sets up appropriate safety equipment including line systems and redundant air supplies according to the dive plan or excursion.
  11. Works cooperatively with the Captain to decide if the weather is reasonable for the planned dives or excursion.
  12. Is familiar with risk management and can implement emergency action plans.
  13. Logs incident/accident reports, as necessary.
  14. Serves as a positive role-model and mentor to Divemaster candidates and students.
  15. Identifies and responds to passenger behavior issues.
  16. Works cooperatively with Captains, Faculty, Lab Technical Advisors, other Deckhands, and College Staff.
  17. Work in a supervisory capacity on a CFK vessel that conducts dive training.
  18. Other related duties as assigned.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will perform other job-related marginal duties as assigned.)
Qualifications
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
  • Knowledge of local diving environment including the underwater training area, reef, and wrecks.
  • Knowledge and experience in monitoring the weather for approaching storms.
  • Ability to fill scuba cylinders according to PSI standards.
  • Ability to carry out clerical duties (e.g., collect, check and maintain required paperwork).
  • Ability to carry out job duties with minimal or no direct supervision.
  • Ability to communicate on a regular basis with the Director, Marine Science and Technology, Faculty, Captains, Deckhands, and the Dive Facilities Manager.
  • Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures and services.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Possess strong critical thinking, decision-making, and strong communication skills.
  • Possess interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse Faculty, Staff, and student body.
Education and Qualifications:
  • High school degree or equivalent.
  • Experience supporting activities related to CFK.
  • Minimum one year of professional experience as a deckhand is preferred.
  • Must be a part of the Maritime Consortium and able to pass random drug testing or ability to pass a drug test at the time of employment.
(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations:
  • Divemaster certification (PADI, NAUI, SDI, SSDI, etc.) required, Open Water Scuba Instructor preferred.
  • Current (within 24 months) CPR/First Aid/AED certification required.
  • Current (within 24 months) Emergency Oxygen Provider certification preferred.
Physical Skills:
  • Ability to lift objects weighing up to 70lbs.
  • Works in an underwater environment.
  • Works on a vessel.
  • Works outside in various climate conditions.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with a disability.)
Supplemental Information
Please Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance.
Employment Consideration Requirement: Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).
Please Note: Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit or for more information.
E-Verify Notice of Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify. If you accept an offer of employment, this employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information, please visit
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The College of the Florida Keys does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies:
  • Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Promise Clark-Kimbio, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development and Accountability, (305) 809-3151 or promise.clarkkimbio@cfk.edu
  • Title IX Coordinator: Jessica Losardo, Director, Advancement, (305) 809-3198 or
  • Disability Services: Nicole Gerrard, Executive Director, Student Success Services, (305) 809-3262 or
Mailing Address: The College of the Florida Keys, 5901 College Road, Key West, FL 33040
State Complaint Process: Federal regulations and State laws require that public colleges in The Florida College System have processes for students, employees, and applicants to file complaints against any respective college. In almost every situation, the college's process for resolving complaints must be followed first. Before contacting the State Division of Florida Colleges, please read CFK's policies and procedures for filing complaints. For more information on filing a complaint with the State Division of Florida Colleges, please visit
Adjunct Instructors are eligible to receive the CFK Employee Scholarship; may participate in the College's 403(b) plan; and are eligible to join the Association of Florida Colleges.

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