Job Description
Salary: $18.90 Hourly
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: Temporary - Full-Time
Job Number: 182411
Agency: Department of Natural Resources
Division: Marine Resources Division
Opening Date: 11/19/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants may apply online
Class Code:: KD15
Position Number:: 11111111
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Varies with sea time.
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min.: $18.90
Opening Date: 11/19/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities This employee will work within SCDNR's Vessel Operations Section at the Marine Resources Division (MRD). Job Duties Include:
- Operating main engines, generators, various pumps and motors, A/C units and hydraulic systems while underway.
- Performing preventative maintenance on main diesel and generator engines, generator, hydraulics, electronics, deck gear, rigging and all State-issued equipment.
- Operating cranes, winches and all heavy deck gear.
- Instructing scientific party in the safe operation of winches.
- Requisitioning and maintaining proper spare parts and filter inventory for engineering department on board.
Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training or experience that would enable the incumbent to satisfactorily perform the job duties.
Preferred Qualifications Sea-going experience and a good command of commercial fishing and scientific collecting gear. A good, working knowledge of diesel engine operation and shipboard operations, as well as electric generators, hydraulic systems, electric motors and pumps.
Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of related experience OR any equivalent combination of education, training or experience that would enable you to satisfactorily perform the job duties?
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Remote work, Flexible hours