Argonaut

WE MAKE THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE

We build adventurers through immersive learning experiences that challenge assumptions and shift norms for growing empowered talent in aerospace and maritime fields.

Summary

Oversee the operation of a variety of maritime boats. This will include training and inspections
of all crew. The Seasonal 2543 Captain reports to the Director of Operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

● Operates maritime boats timely and safely and coordinates all available resources to
this end and to the service of the customer.
● Ensures the maritime boat, weather, and boat planning meets operational requirements.
● Ensures the maritime boat is serviceable and seaworthy prior to commending a trip;
meaning all discrepancies are either closed or deferred, the required certificates and
manuals are on board, proper amount and grade of fuel is loaded, and weight and
balance distributed accordingly.
● Supervises the boat crew, which includes Medics, students, volunteers, and anyone
aboard a maritime boat and directs the activities of the Second in Command and
ensures boat crew members understand what individual duties they are expected to
perform.
● Attends regularly scheduled ground, simulator, and safety training; maintains proficiency
and knowledge of all boat operations, regulations and systems
● Conducts boat operations in accordance with international, federal, state, local and
corporate regulations.
● Reports all known or suspected violations or incidents promptly to the Maritime Director
of Operations.
● Records all maintenance discrepancies on the maintenance discrepancy form.
● Ensures all receipts are collected and given to accounting personnel.
● Transports vessels when necessary.
● Operate marine electronics equipment, VHF, radar, sonar, and GPS
● Searches for and reports hazards.
● Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
● Education and/or Experience – High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Bachelor’s degree preferred.
● Language Skills – Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
● Mathematical Skills – Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
● Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient with maritime electronics. This role requires basic computer skills.
● Other Qualifications – Valid driver’s license is required; valid US Coast Guard Master’s Maritime license is required, maintains current required licenses and certificates to comply with Coastguard requirements.

Competencies

● Action Oriented- Refers to be action oriented and full of energy for the things seen as challenging. Seizes more opportunities than others. Reacts quickly to critical situations.
● Communication- Refers to the ability to inform orally and in writing, with clarity and good effect. It means to understand clearly and quickly when instructions or orders are received. It means judgment about what information is important and what is not, and
what should be communicated, how, to whom and when.
● Critical Thinking- Refers to using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
● Ethics and Values- Refers to adhering to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective
set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times. Acts in line with those values. Rewards the right values and disapproves of others. Practices what he/she
preaches.
● Safety- Refers to being safety conscious about the work environment and equipment. The work area is free of debris to prevent trip and slip hazards. All products and equipment are stored in its proper location. All safety guards and other safety devices are in its proper location, are functional, and utilized effectively on a consistent basis. Standard operating procedures, safety work rules and good general manufacturing practices are followed on a daily basis.
● Leadership- Refers to the extent to which the employee is able to organize, control and guide the work of others to obtain satisfactory results. The extent to which the employee is able to accept the responsibility of leadership.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time while operating the maritime boat. They constantly operate motorized equipment and boats. The individual needs to occasionally move about on the boat or at the marina or dock to transport and other necessary items. Most of the activities involve fine and gross manipulations of items. They must be able to exchange accurate information with other individuals in the office, boat, marina, or dock. Must be able to detect mechanical issues and part defects from short distances to determine what action needs to be taken. They must regularly lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 60 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; extreme heat or cold; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Due to exposure of machinery and electrical currents, employees are required to wear personal protective equipment. During warmer months, the required personal protective equipment may cause the employee to be very warm while working. The individual will be exposed to loud machinery or equipment.

To Apply: please send your cover letter and resume to careers@argonaut.org

WE MAKE THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE

We build adventurers through immersive learning experiences that challenge assumptions and shift norms for growing empowered talent in aerospace and maritime fields.

Summary

Responsible for safe removal of debris from the waters of the Cleveland Harbor District. Principal operator of mini excavator on board Flotsam & Jetsam. Safely scoops and lifts floating debris out of water and places load in trash receptacles on-board sister vessel. Functions include moving floating debris using tools, tending to dock lines and docking, assisting in the movement of debris from vessels to onshore disposal dumpsters.

Duties and Responsibilities

● Operate mini excavators’ onboard vessels. Safely scoop and lift floating debris out of water and place load in trash receptacles on-board vessels.
● Assist with movement of debris from vessels to onshore disposal dumpsters.
● Conducts operational and routine maintenance requirements for Vessel systems (including mechanicals, fueling and safety).
● Follow maintenance schedules for PHASTAR’s vessels and maritime equipment.
● Knowledgeable about the functions and operations of all mechanized equipment (engines, pumps, etc.) on or in the vessels.
● Ensure fluid and grease requirements on equipment.
● Knowledgeable about basic underway damage control procedures.
● Assures adequate on-hand supplies and materials are available and correctly stored.
● Participate in a Risk Assessment prior to getting underway
● Wear provided personal protective equipment (PPE)
● Provide underway seamanship mentoring for student crew members.
● Participate in various shoreside programming instruction.
● Maintains a positive relationship with Davis Aerospace and Maritime High School staff and students.
● Performs other duties and responsibilities deemed necessary by PHASTAR Director of Operations.

Skills and Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

● Education and/or Experience – High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 6 months experience in the maritime field.
● Language Skills – Ability to read and interpret documents/reports. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
● Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail.
● Other Qualifications: DOT Drug Testing.

Competencies

● Action Oriented- Refers to seizing more opportunities than others and reacting quickly to critical situations.
● Communication- Refers to the ability to inform orally and in writing, with clarity and good effect. It means to understand clearly and quickly when instructions or orders are received. It means judgment about what information is important and what is not, and
what should be communicated, how, to whom and when.
● Ethics and Values- Refers to adhering to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs at all times.
● Leadership- Refers to the extent to which the employee is able to organize, control and guide the work of others to obtain satisfactory results. The extent to which the employee is able to accept the responsibility of leadership.
● Planning- Refers to the ability to accurately scope out the length and difficulty of tasks and projects, set objectives and goals and break down work into the process steps necessary to get things done.
● Safety- Refers to being safety conscious about the work environment and equipment. The work area is free of debris to prevent trip and slip hazards. All products and equipment are stored in its proper location. All safety guards and other safety devices are in its proper location, are functional, and utilized effectively on a consistent basis. Standard operating procedures, safety work rules and good general manufacturing practices are followed daily.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time while operating their computer and performing office work. The individual needs to occasionally move about inside the office. They constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, fax machine, and computer printer. They must be able to exchange accurate information with customers and others in the office while interacting. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 15 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The individual must be capable of reviewing their work for errors and adjust as necessary.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the individual is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Individuals will wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. During warmer months the required PPE may cause the employee to be very warm while working. The individual may be exposed to wet and/or humid work environments.

Compensation:
$20/Hour
To Apply: please send your cover letter and resume to careers@argonaut.org

WE MAKE THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE

We build adventurers through immersive learning experiences that challenge assumptions and shift norms for growing empowered talent in aerospace and maritime fields.

Summary

The Program Associate is responsible for assisting the programming department in effectively implementing programs at Davis Aerospace and Maritime High School. The program associate is responsible for performing a variety of administrative duties for ensuring the delivery of a high level of program quality and to establish positive relationships with all students, their families, and school staff. The program associate is responsible for supporting student educational, health and social emotional skill development activities, supporting recruitment and enrollment in activities, and ongoing student and family relationships. This position is located at Davis Aerospace and Maritime High School. The program associate reports to the program manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support implementation of after school programs, and student participation daily.
• Provide administrative support for the program department.
• Responsible for the tracking of student enrollment, forms, and materials that are required for program participation, grant reporting, or general requirements.
• Distribute, collect, and enter student data, associated with program evaluation, into prescribed tracking sheets.
• Responsible for recruiting and training volunteers, coordinating volunteer tasks, and assuring all volunteers have met organizational requirements for engaging with students.
• Support the program staff in marketing programs and recruiting student participants.
• Responsible for communication with speakers, community partners, school staff, and students as it relates to logistics associated with programming.
• Develop and maintain an annual program calendar.
• Ensure proper retention and storage of all program-related records and documents.
• Develop and maintain an inventory tracking system for all program supplies.
• Work collaboratively with the director of programming and department staff to ensure all programs meet established requirements.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills and Experience

• Associate degree, Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience as an administrative or program assistant.
• Strong self-initiative and self-management, plus ability to work both in a team setting and solo.
• Ability to coordinate, organize/maintain records, and be proactive with all position duties.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and high attention to detail.
• Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening hours may be required.
• Strong computer skills including productivity applications including Microsoft Office and Google Apps.
• CPR and First Aid, AED, water safety certification, or willingness to obtain upon hiring.
• Experience working with 9-12 grade students, teachers, and administrators. (preferred)
• Experience working with educators and students in school-based and/or out-of-school environments. (preferred)
• Sense of humor, flexibility, and creative “think outside the box” solution-based mindset.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Must be able to meet consistent attendance.
• Must be able to occasionally work evenings and/or weekends.
• Must be able to frequently move about the school facility to interact with students, and staff, access files and materials, use office equipment, etc.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must be able to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a phone, copy machine and printer.
• Must be able to occasionally move items weighing 25 pounds.

To Apply: please send your cover letter and resume to careers@argonaut.org