Deckhand - R/V Tommy Munro

Special Instructions to Applicants
Preference given to local applicants that apply within the first two weeks.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
Under the supervision and direction of the Vessel Captain, this position will perform deckhand duties onboard the R/V Tommy Munro, a 98-foot offshore oceanographic research vessel homeported in Biloxi, MS. Deckhands are responsible for operating and maintaining the vessel’s mechanical deck equipment, as well as the general maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness of the vessel while at sea and in port.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Performs day-to-day maintenance of R/V Tommy Munro to include but not limited to: loading, storing, and maintaining all equipment and gear; performs cleaning and sanitation of all comm...