USCG Captain; On-Call Bothell, WA

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Tetra Tech is adding a USCG Captain at our Bothell, WA location to support our marine services, offshore energy, river restoration and remediation businesses. Our personnel specialize in the acquisition of bathymetric, topographic, geophysical and oceanographic data and environmental sampling throughout the United States and internationally. Work locations include inland lakes and rivers, ports and harbors and near coastal and offshore sites in support of our public, government and private clients.

We conduct surveying and field investigations for remediation and restoration planning, underwater mapping, engineering evaluations including detailed underwater infrastructure assessments for submarine cables and pipelines, dredging, habitat investigations, oceanographic studies and hydroelectric dam assessments. This is an On-Call position.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry‑leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

• Work aboard boats from ~12‑250 feet in length, domestically and internationally.
• Independently manage and operate Tetra Tech‑owned vessels from 12‑50 feet at project locations all over the USA.
• Take individual responsibility for all aspects of vessel operation including safe navigation, towing, launch and recovery, maintenance of safety, mechanical and electrical systems with minimal or no assistance.
• Operate as the vessel master, making appropriate decisions and recommendations while also following the guidance of a field survey lead and/or project manager.
• Operate the vessel and safely manage deck activities while collecting multibeam echo sounder, single beam echo sounder and geophysical survey data, sampling sediment and water with multiple types of sampling equipment and deploying and recovering oceanographic platforms and moorings.
• Configure, operate and repair vessels in remote unfamiliar locations, installing hardware and instrumentation using the materials and tools at hand.
• Leverage your experience and knowledge of vessel systems and capabilities with an understanding of project goals and identify, communicate and mediate risks to allow completion of all tasks safely and effectively.
• Develop and follow plans, specifications, SOPs, procedures and promote safe work practices.
• Demonstrate competence in Microsoft Office, Windows OS, and experience with terrestrial, hydrographic and/or geophysical survey and charting software packages.
• Set up, operate, maintain and troubleshoot vessel’s motors, controls, electronics, cabling and hardware.
• Inspect and maintain vessel trailers including repair of axles, tires, brakes, bearings and electrical components.
• Pilot boats precisely along survey lines displayed on a navigation computer with pole‑mounted or towed survey systems attached to the vessel.
• Be self‑motivated, hardworking, ethical, trustworthy and dependable.
• Have strong communication skills and a strong desire to learn and do new things.
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Travel for domestic and foreign work (~40% of the year, with assignments typically ranging from days to six weeks).
• Work in the field in inclement weather as well as offshore for weeks at a time.
• Have the physical ability to load/unload equipment (lifting 50 lbs.), walk safely over rugged terrain and up/down ship ladders.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, USCG and OSHA regulations, laws, and…