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Third Assistant Engineer

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution · Science & Technology · $344.3M budget · 1,196 staff · Since 1930

Why Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Educates graduate students and post-doctoral scholars in marine sciences through joint programs and fellowships.

  • Sponsored and institutional research in oceanography and related fields: of the 852 sponsored research awards, 572 awards are from 9 federal agencies and 280 are from 117 other sponsors. Institution research sponsored 347 projects from unrestricted funds. In addition, Woods…$290.4M spent in FY2024
  • Education: joint graduate program with m.I.t. In the marine sciences. In 2024, there were 149 graduate students, 35 degree recipients, 37 post-doctoral scholars and fellows, 10 geophysical fluid dynamics program participants, 27 summer student fellows and 123 guest students.$17M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$122K–$768K
12 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$353.2M
spent in FY2024
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
1,196
employees
83 volunteers
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
87%
of spending
Looks good: 87% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−3%
of revenue, FY2024
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
22 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 21.7 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2024
latest Form 990
Looks good: the latest return is for FY2024, 2 tax years back; within 2 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1954
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Job Summary

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Third Assistant Engineer. Reporting to Chief Engineer; is responsible for repair of electrical equiptment, the proper operation of the main propulsion and ship's service generators and, during watch, of the main engines; also supervises un-licensed watch stander.

Job Description

Checks cleaning, lubrication, and routine maintenance of all machinery and electrical equipment. For the R/V Atlantis also included is maintenance of the Launch and Recovery System (LARS) for the Alvin. Cleans engine room bilges, strainers in lubricating system, and all water pumps, tanks, and connected systems. Ensures safety devices are in proper working condition. Assists, while in port, with supervision, maintenance, and repair of engine room equipment and spaces, and in loading freshwater and bunkers. Keeps a log of all watch operations and conditions, including unusual occurrences and emergency signals.

Proficiency in the following: Diesel engines, electrical maintenance and troubleshooting, hydraulics, reading of both hydraulic and electrical schematics, HVAC equipment, and air compressors. Stands engine room watch, supervises Oiler, and ensures watches are stood properly and orders carried out. Performs other duties as required. Bachelor's degree from an accredited sea service academy and one year sea duty as an engineering officer; in the absence of a formal degree, equivalent work experience. Candidates must possess computer literacy in the use of word-processing, inventory and database management, and electronic mail programs.

Prefer Third Assistant Engineer experience on similar research vessel. Candidates must have a high level of training as evidenced by a U.S. Coast Guard license, preferably Third Assistant Engineer Unlimited Horsepower, Motor Vessels. Minimum licensing for R/V Neil Armstrong and the R/V Atlantis requires Third Assistant Engineer unlimited HP, Motor Vessels. In addition, all licensed officers must have all applicable training as required by the Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW 95) and possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Credentials.

Candidates must have good communication and personnel management skills, an in-depth understanding of the proper operation and maintenance of ship's engines and related equipment, and demonstrate good safety practices and procedures. Must hold an Unexpired (STCW Expiration date) USCG med Certificate. Must be able to pass a DOT Pre-employment drug screen. Additional Job Requirements Hourly rate is $39.38. The hourly rate provided for this position reflects the set base pay for new hires. Annual compensation will be based on this hourly rate and the number of hours worked, in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws.

In addition to hourly pay, eligible employees may also receive a comprehensive benefits package. All marine positions have essential functions that…

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About Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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