Mate, Fish And Game Vessel

Research Vessel Operator
MATE, FISH AND GAME VESSEL

$5,316.00 - $6,365.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/23/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

The Continuous Environmental Monitoring (CEM) unit is seeking an experienced and highly motivated boat operator to pilot research vessels and skiffs for water quality and biological monitoring throughout the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, helping to inform important water resource decisions. This is an exciting opportunity to join an interdisciplinary team of environmental scientists, engineers, technicians, and other specialists while contributing a dynamic field program and supporting high-quality scientific focused on the restoration, conservation, and management of the San Francisco Estuary.

This full-time position plays an integral role in safely and efficiently supporting field operations, overseeing the maintenance and operational readiness of the program’s vessel fleet, and ensuring the successful collection of high-quality environmental data. Under the direction of the Master, Fish and Game Vessel, the incumbent will assist with identifying and facilitating vessel repairs and routine service, maintaining vessel berthing areas and associated equipment, and keeping accurate records of vessel maintenance, repairs, and related activities.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MATE, FISH AND GAME VESSEL

MATE, FISH AND GAME VESSEL $5,316.00 - $6,365.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Division of Integrated Science and Engineering

Ecosystem Monitoring, Research, & Reporting Branch

Environmental Monitoring & Systems Science Section

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Incumbent must have sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job. This includes exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time and the ability to: (1) swim at least 50 yards, (2) stay afloat at least five minutes, (3) must be able to move and transport objects of up to 50 lbs. as required, (4) function with incapacitation due to seasickness, (5) have normal hearing and visual…