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Small Boat Operator II

San Clemente, CA · On-site

$36.49/hr

Small Boat Operator II DoD Secret Clearance Required Location: San Clemente Island, CA Position Description: The Small Boat Operator II operates, maintains repairs, and troubleshoots Watercraft Group ...

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Small Boat Operator II

Small Boat Operator II

VETS

San Clemente, CA • On-site

$36.49/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Small Boat Operator II

DoD Secret Clearance Required

Location: San Clemente Island, CA

Position Description:

The Small Boat Operator II operates, maintains repairs, and troubleshoots Watercraft Group small boats and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radar, radio, television, telecommunication, sonar, and navigational aids) and launch and recovery equipment (e.g., towing trailers, winches). The successful incumbent operates and troubleshoots small boats and equipment and applies technical knowledge and principles, and applies skill in restoring equipment operation, evaluates performance and reliability and recommends changes to maintain optimal performance and continued small boat operations.

The Small Boat Operator II applies basic and some advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents. Work requires familiarity with small boats and maritime procedures, in selecting tools, testing instruments, and is reviewed for compliance with accepted practices. This position works under immediate supervision and achieves technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician.

VETS is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

Company Description

VETS is a SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Based in Ashburn, Virginia, VETS has a Southwest operations office in Sierra Vista, Arizona and contract management sites throughout the United States. VETS supports a growing number of U.S. Government defense and civilian agencies with technology, systems engineering, as well as construction and program management support services.

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