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Milro Services

General Laborer

Freeport, NY

$20/hr

Duties: * Oil spill Cleanup * Oil tank installations * Digging * Backfilling * Cutting tanks ... Able to respond to off hours emergency work * Willing to learn * Have a valid NYS Driver's license ...

Milro Services

General Laborer

Freeport, NY · On-site

$20/hr

Duties: * Oil spill Cleanup * Oil tank installations * Digging * Backfilling * Cutting tanks ... Able to respond to off hours emergency work * Willing to learn * Have a valid NYS Driver's license ...

Pbf Energy

Environmental Engineer - Water

Martinez, CA · On-site

... respond to refinery during environmental incidents following the Incident Command Structure. Participate as member of Refinery Oil Spill Response Team. * Develop range of technical skills and ...

EOS Hospitality

Marina Supervisor

Marathon, FL

Maintain supply inventories for maintenance, cleaning, bathroom supplies, tools, oil-spill ... Flexible schedule: typically 40-50 hours per week depending on season; regular weekends and ...

Bowhead

Site Supervisor

Mayport, FL · On-site

Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be ... and oil spill booming strategies. * Must have the ability to guide and direct small boat ...

Southern Marinas LLC

Dockhand

Nashville, TN · On-site

$15/hr

Know applications of radio, hurricane, storm, fire, first aid, freeze and oil spill procedures ... Any other duties as assigned by the Marina Management Weekends required Up to 30 hours weekly ...

Hawks Cay Resort

Marina Supervisor

Marathon, FL · On-site

Maintain supply inventories for maintenance, cleaning, bathroom supplies, tools, oil-spill ... Flexible schedule: typically 40-50 hours per week depending on season; regular weekends and ...

Bowhead

Site Supervisor

Panama City, FL · On-site

Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be ... and oil spill booming strategies. * Must have the ability to guide and direct small boat ...

Bowhead

Site Supervisor

Pensacola, FL · On-site

Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be ... and oil spill booming strategies. * Must have the ability to guide and direct small boat ...

EOS Hospitality

Marina Supervisor

Marathon, FL · On-site

Maintain supply inventories for maintenance, cleaning, bathroom supplies, tools, oil-spill ... Flexible schedule: typically 40-50 hours per week depending on season; regular weekends and ...

Bowhead

Site Supervisor

Key West, FL · On-site

Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be ... and oil spill booming strategies. * Must have the ability to guide and direct small boat ...

Bowhead

Site Supervisor

Saint Marys, GA · On-site

Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be ... and oil spill booming strategies. * Must have the ability to guide and direct small boat ...

Bowhead

Program Manager

Mayport, FL · On-site

Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third-party applications will be ... and oil spill booming strategies. * Must have the ability to guide and direct small boat ...

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What is a weekend oil spill responder?

A Weekend Oil Spill Responder is a professional who is on call or scheduled to respond to oil spill incidents specifically during weekends. Their responsibilities include assessing the spill, containing and cleaning up hazardous materials, protecting the environment, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. They often work for environmental agencies, government bodies, or private companies specializing in spill response. Weekend responders play a critical role in minimizing the environmental impact of spills that occur outside regular business hours.

What does a weekend oil spill responder do?

As a Weekend Oil Spill Responder, your shifts often involve a mix of on-call availability and active response duties, depending on incident reports. When an oil spill occurs, responders are rapidly mobilized and work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including environmental engineers, cleanup technicians, and local authorities. Tasks can range from initial assessment and containment to direct cleanup operations and equipment maintenance. Teamwork and clear communication are essential, as responders must coordinate efforts efficiently, often in challenging outdoor conditions. During quieter periods, responders may conduct drills, equipment checks, or participate in safety briefings to stay prepared for emergencies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a weekend oil spill responder?

To thrive as a Weekend Oil Spill Responder, you need a background in environmental science or emergency response, physical fitness, and relevant safety training such as HAZWOPER certification. Familiarity with spill containment equipment, personal protective gear, and incident reporting systems is critical. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure help responders coordinate effectively during emergencies. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure rapid, safe, and efficient containment and cleanup of oil spills, minimizing environmental and public health impacts.

What is the difference between Weekend Oil Spill Responder vs Oil Spill Cleanup Technician?

AspectWeekend Oil Spill ResponderOil Spill Cleanup Technician
CertificationsOSHA HAZWOPER, First Aid/CPROSHA HAZWOPER, First Aid/CPR
Work EnvironmentPart-time, on-call, outdoor sitesFull-time, outdoor and industrial sites
Employer & IndustryEnvironmental services, oil companies, contractorsEnvironmental services, oil companies, contractors

The Weekend Oil Spill Responder and Oil Spill Cleanup Technician roles share similar certifications and industry settings. However, the responder typically works part-time, on an on-call basis, focusing on immediate response during weekends, while the technician often works full-time with ongoing cleanup duties. Both roles are vital in oil spill management, but their schedules and scope differ.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Oil Spill Responder job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

GLO - Natural Resources Specialist I (La Porte)

CAPPS

La Porte, TX • On-site

$3.4K - $5.0K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Description
The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Natural Resources Specialist (Response Officer Candidate) within the Oil Spill Prevention and Response Department of the agency.
Performs natural resources work involving conservation, management, protection, preservation, or utilization of natural resources.
Our Mission:
The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.
What Your Contributions to the GLO Will be:
  • Assists in investigations, assessments, and drafts spill reports on actual or threatened coastal marine oil spills, which may include assisting in the directing of contractors during small spills. Trains are used to conduct the collection and analysis of petroleum pollutants.
  • Trains to conduct inspections/audits on waterfront oil handling facilities, review oil spill contingency plans for facilities and OPA/OSPRA vessels, conduct transfer monitors, conduct vehicle and boat patrols; trains to complete proper forms and make recommendations regarding findings, and conduct followup inspections as needed.
  • Operates and maintains technical equipment, including boats (up to and including 27foot boat), skimmers, other basic spill response equipment, performs preventive maintenance, and the preparation of all paperwork.
  • Trains to serve as liaison with local industry groups, the general public, and local/state/federal agencies. Trains to conduct educational presentations and training programs. Assists in field studies and in evaluating programs and techniques as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience with the response tactics used for coastal or inland water oil spills or chemical releases.
  • Experience utilizing spill containment boom for deflection, collection or containment, or experience with using different types of absorbents for collection or shoreline protection.

The candidate may be required to demonstrate their ability to safely operate and handle a vessel up to 27' in length.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Federal or State Regulatory experience with knowledge of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90), Chapter 40 of the Oil Spill Prevention and Response Act of 1991 (OSPRA), and the Texas Administrative Code Title 31 Part 1 Chapter 19. (TAC 19)
  • Able to work hours other than 8 to 5, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • 4 Years of experience working in an emergency management and response field within an industrial setting.
  • Experience in a largescale industrial crisis, preferably oil spill response in coastal or inland waters.
  • Ability to launch, operate, and trailer a boat.
  • Experience operating single and twinengine boats up to 27' in length.
  • Successfully completed, and have completion certificates, Incident Command System courses 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
  • Knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS) or the National Incident Command System (NICS).
  • Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Occupational Safety, Environmental science, biologist or related field.
  • Experience operating within an Incident Command System.
  • Currently hold or previously held a 40hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification.
  • Experience with oil recovery tactics that utilize oil skimmers, vacuum trucks or boats.
  • Experience with towing and backing different types or trailers varying in length.

Physical Requirements:
This position requires the employee to primarily perform nonsedentary work; mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties including extensive moving upon and traveling across uneven surfaces, rough terrain and/or desolate areas. Normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies; marginal or corrected visual and auditory requirements; constant use of personal computers, copiers, printers, and telephones; the ability to move about the office to access file cabinets and office machinery; requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; ability to move and transport records, documents, boxes and all related information, materials and tools, weighing up to 50 pounds; frequent sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach and/or steer a boat as needed; the ability to work outside and adapt to adverse weather conditions to include sea, sky and land environments; the ability to work under deadlines, as a team member, and in direct contact with others; and the ability to remain stationary for long periods of time when commuting to and from assigned destination and when traveling on state business including field work and training assignments.
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Free Parking
  • Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
  • Medical Insurance State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible fulltime employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible parttime employees premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
  • Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year Annual leave increases with length of service.
  • Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.

Veterans:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser:
Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category Natural Resources
How to Apply:
  • To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section .
  • You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.
  • Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
  • A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
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A statewide software solution developed by the Texas Department of Information Resources, CAPPS consolidates financial management, HR, and payroll operations for state agencies. Designed as a unified enterprise resource system, CAPPS replaced legacy tools in the early 2000s with a scalable, integrated platform tailored to agencies of varied size and complexity.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Austin, TX, US

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