Key Responsibilities:
- Equipment Preparation & Maintenance:
- Curate, organize, and prepare all necessary gear and vessels for upcoming cleanup operations.
- Perform bow-to-stern inspections and routine maintenance on all watercraft, including boats, jet skis, and other marine vehicles.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with equipment, proactively communicating the need for repairs to prevent small problems from becoming larger issues.
- Maintain and update service records for all 4ocean vessels, trailers, vehicles, PWC, and scuba equipment.
- Implement predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance plans to ensure the longevity and reliability of all assets.
- Operational Support:
- Assist in the management of the shop, including organizing tools, customizing gear, and ensuring the workspace is efficient and clean.
- Prepare and load boats, jet skis, and other equipment for deployment, ensuring all are fueled and ready for use.
- Conduct occasional errands, including collecting full plastic bins from various locations (e.g., Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm, and Miami).
- Participate in cleanup operations when are where required, to include vessel, beach, and shoreline operations.
- Support random work projects around the shop as needed to maintain operations readiness.
- Shop & Gear Management:
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the facility and all assets.
- Maintain security and readiness of all cleanup gear, tools, and assets located at our Florida facilities.
- Ensure all equipment is well-organized, well-maintained, and ready for cleanups at a moment’s notice.
- Manage inventory and order supplies as necessary to support ongoing operations.
- Flexibility & Adaptability:
- Be flexible and adaptable to changing cleanup operation needs, which may occur in different locations and at varying times.
- Work will primarily be conducted in an outdoor or marine environment, including on boats and in a workshop setting. The role may involve travel to various locations for cleanup operations.
- Provide timely and accurate completion of work to support planned cleanup operations, contributing to the overall success of 4ocean’s mission.
Requirements
- Significant experience in the marine industry, including knowledge of vessels, trailers, vehicles, PWC, and scuba equipment.
- Basic mechanical skills and the ability to perform routine maintenance and service on marine equipment.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to 4ocean’s mission of a plastic-free ocean.
- Experience in marine operations coordination or similar roles.
- Comfortable with various random tasks that may arise in a dynamic operational environment.
- Ability to lift and move equipment as needed.
- Ability to perform physical tasks related to marine operations, including lifting, loading, and maneuvering equipment.