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Woolpert

Hydrographic Surveyor

Port Orchard, WA · On-site

Survey Vessel Mobilization * GNSS & Optical Horizontal & Vertical Control Surveys * Candidates with small vessel and coastal waterways experience are preferred. Office Tasks Include * Multibeam and ...

GBA Inc

Senior Survey Manager

Baltimore, MD · On-site

Support the maintenance, upkeep, and documentation of the survey vessel and company vehicles in concert with the vessel operator. * Ensure accordance with company standards, industry standards and ...

Socket.dev

Hydrographic Surveyor

Port Orchard, WA · On-site

$65K - $82K/yr

Survey Vessel Mobilization * GNSS & Optical Horizontal & Vertical Control Surveys * Candidates with small vessel and coastal waterways experience are preferred. Office Tasks Include * Multibeam and ...

GBA Inc

Support the maintenance, upkeep, and documentation of the survey vessel and company vehicles in concert with the vessel operator. * Ensure accordance with company standards, industry standards and ...

T. Baker Smith

Offshore Surveyor

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Gather the survey line database and ensure the survey vessel is navigated along the predetermined survey lines within the required tolerance and accuracy. Desired Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 ...

T Baker Smith

Offshore Surveyor

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Gather the survey line database and ensure the survey vessel is navigated along the predetermined survey lines within the required tolerance and accuracy. Desired Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 ...

Woolpert

Hydrographic Surveyor

Port Orchard, WA · On-site

$65K - $82K/yr

Survey Vessel Mobilization * GNSS & Optical Horizontal & Vertical Control Surveys * Candidates with small vessel and coastal waterways experience are preferred. Office Tasks Include * Multibeam and ...

T. Baker Smith

Offshore Surveyor

Prairieville, LA · On-site

Gather the survey line database and ensure the survey vessel is navigated along the predetermined survey lines within the required tolerance and accuracy. Desired Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 ...

McKim & Creed

Hydrographic Technician III

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$31K - $40K/yr

Perform various duties as part of a Hydrographic Survey crew. * Assist with field data collection in various marine environments using modern techniques and survey vessel operation. * Acquire data ...

McKim & Creed

Hydrographic Technician III

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$31K - $40K/yr

Perform various duties as part of a Hydrographic Survey crew. * Assist with field data collection in various marine environments using modern techniques and survey vessel operation. * Acquire data ...

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How much do survey vessel jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for survey vessel in the United States is $31.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a survey vessel?

A Survey Vessel job involves working on a specialized ship equipped with technology to collect data about the seafloor, water conditions, and underwater structures. These vessels are commonly used for hydrographic surveys, environmental assessments, and offshore construction projects. Crew members may include hydrographers, marine technicians, and navigation specialists who operate sonar equipment, GPS, and other instruments. The data collected helps with mapping, resource exploration, and ensuring safe navigation for other maritime activities.

What are the typical working conditions and daily responsibilities for someone working on a survey vessel?

Survey Vessel crew members often work in shifts and spend extended periods at sea, adapting to varying weather and sea conditions. Daily responsibilities include operating and maintaining survey equipment, collecting and processing hydrographic or geophysical data, and preparing detailed reports for clients or regulatory authorities. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—such as engineers, scientists, and navigators—is common, as is troubleshooting technical issues in real time. While the work can be physically demanding, it offers the opportunity to contribute to important maritime projects and develop specialized skills in marine technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the survey vessel position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Survey Vessel crew member, you need expertise in marine navigation, hydrographic surveying, and data collection, typically supported by relevant maritime certifications or a technical degree in marine surveying or oceanography. Familiarity with specialized equipment such as multibeam echosounders, GPS systems, and data analysis software is crucial. Strong teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are essential soft skills for success onboard. These skills are vital to ensure accurate data collection in sometimes challenging marine environments and to maintain safety and efficiency during survey missions.

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Infographic showing various Survey Vessel job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,602 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Ocean Career: AIS Inc Avian Survey Client Representative

Freeport, NY • On-site

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$16.25 - $22.25/hr

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Medical, Dental, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Client Representative

AIS is recruiting a Client Representative to deploy on a vessel conducting monthly avian survey off the coast of New York. The client representative will be responsible for overseeing operations, documenting survey equipment calibrations, providing daily summaries of survey activities, and ensuring all HSE protocols are followed. The Client Representative will also be responsible for understanding the project Scope of Work and Project Execution Plan to be able to accurately report back daily to Client and confirm that proper protocols are being followed and ensure that the data being collected is of highest quality. Client representative will attend all onboard meetings and handoff meetings between survey watch teams. The project is anticipated to begin approximately December 2023 and last 12 months (one survey per month) with an anticipated 12 hours of work per survey day.

Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Act as representative for project Client onboard survey vessel.
  • Attend and participate in all project meetings, safety meetings, and vessel drills during course of 12-hour shift including daily handoff meetings between survey watch teams if applicable.
  • Document all survey and equipment calibrations.
  • Complete daily activity and progress reports to submit to Client.
  • Review preliminary data collected by survey team following the conclusion of survey period.
  • Document any HSE or survey related issues and include with Daily Progress Report.
  • Ensure operations conducted by survey team, fisheries liaisons, PSO team, and vessel crew are being executed per the plan.
  • Fill out and summarize Daily Progress Report in an organized manner at end of each survey and submit to client.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must have current STCW Basic Safety Training (BST), or GWO or BOSIET training
  • Must have current CPR/First Aid certification
  • 4-year degree with major in biological or geophysical sciences
  • Must be certified by a physician as fit for sea duty including:
    • Not be susceptible to chronic motion sickness
    • Ability to live in confined quarters
    • Ability to tolerate stress
    • Ability to lift objects up to 30 pounds
    • Ability to vigilantly monitor waters surrounding observation platform/vessel for up to 4 hours at a time and not more than 12 hours in a 24-hour period
  • Must not be affiliated with any group that may impair the objectivity or the appearance of objectivity
  • Must have proof of eligibility to work within the US
Location:
  • Freeport, NY
Compensation:

Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated. This is a full–time temporary position. Once you complete 90 days of work you will be eligible for the AIS benefits package. AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.

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