SMALL CRAFT OPERATOR

Operates in wide ranging weather conditions to include reduced visibility from heavy rain, fog, and snow as well as on water ways with minor ice cover. Safely and properly operates all survey ancillary motorized and non-motorized equipment in tight areas, currents, rough offroad terrain, various weather conditions, on land and in open water. Gives passing signals to approaching vessels and follows navigation rules and regulations. Steers boat alongside of moving plant or craft, steers vessel by operating controls in pilot house requiring ability to maneuver the boat in all kinds of weather and at times. Interprets pertinent safety and vessel regulations and requirements so as not to jeopardize the safety and wellbeing of crew and passengers while still being able to accomplish the missions. Oversees vessel crew docking and undocking, tying up to and maneuvering small barges and other work platforms as an assist vessel. Applies knowledge of navigation rules and regulations of the Coast