BASIC FUNCTION:

Stand a 4 on 8 off bridge watch.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stand 8 hours of watch per day performing duties as directed by the Officer of the watch.

Operate the ship’s winches, capstan, and crane in support of the science and ship operations.

Under the direction of the ship’s Bosun assist with scientific deck operations.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the ship’s Bosun maintain ship’s structure and lubricate and paint deck machinery both at sea and ashore.

Ashore, under the direction of the ship’s bosun, onload and offload cruise materials and science equipment using the ship’s crane. Secure all equipment for sea under the direction of the Chief Mate and Bosun. Assist the science party with securing their equipment in the lab areas and lower hold.