Jobs NNY360
Posted April 28, 2026.
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Small Craft Operator
The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation is seeking a Small Craft Operator to operate workboats, perform inspections, and service navigation aids within the Office of Lock Operations & Marine Services in Massena, New York. The ideal candidate must possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential and have demonstrated experience as a marine vessel operator on the St. Lawrence River or Great Lakes, specifically in safely operating vessels and maintaining deck machinery without direct supervision.
Duties:
Qualifications:
To meet the minimum qualifications for the Small Craft Operator position, candidates must satisfy the requirements for either the WG-08 or WG-10 grade level:
• WG-08 Entry Requirements: Candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC, USCG Medical Certificate, and Merchant Mariner Credential (OUPV) within one year of hire, and possess experience in operating deck machinery, maintaining marine facilities, or servicing aids to navigation.
• WG-10 Full Performance Requirements: Applicants must already hold a valid TWIC, USCG Medical Certificate, and Merchant Mariner Credential (OUPV or greater), with the ability to upgrade to a 50/100 Ton Master Endorsement as required.
Duties:
- Operates a variety of workboats on surveys, buoy runs, inspections, service calls, emergency response, maintenance and engineering projects, and to transport personnel and supplies, etc.
- Keeps boats in operating condition by making routine repairs.
- Performs inspection and maintenance of navigation aids which consist of buoys, and fixed lights. Visits/services each navigation aid that is part of the St. Lawrence Seaway within the territorial waters of the United States.
- Corrects malfunctions of lights and buoys upon receipt of notice from Supervisor or Director of Lock Operations and Marine Services, or their designee.
- When assisting Engineering personnel and/or performing Marine Division work, operates surveying instruments and equipment both on land and water.
- Receives assistance from and provides direction to laborers or marine helpers.
Qualifications:
To meet the minimum qualifications for the Small Craft Operator position, candidates must satisfy the requirements for either the WG-08 or WG-10 grade level:
• WG-08 Entry Requirements: Candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC, USCG Medical Certificate, and Merchant Mariner Credential (OUPV) within one year of hire, and possess experience in operating deck machinery, maintaining marine facilities, or servicing aids to navigation.
• WG-10 Full Performance Requirements: Applicants must already hold a valid TWIC, USCG Medical Certificate, and Merchant Mariner Credential (OUPV or greater), with the ability to upgrade to a 50/100 Ton Master Endorsement as required.
- Specialized Marine Experience: Qualification for the WG-10 level requires documented experience safely operating marine vessels under 100 gross tons, performing complex maintenance on aids to navigation, and supporting specialized marine projects.
St Lawrence Seaway Development
Contact the Employer
St Lawrence Seaway Development
180 Andrews St
Massena, NY 13662
(315) 764-3245
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in Massena, NY