A

Temporary OUPV Captain

icon building Company : Alpine
icon briefcase Job Type : Full Time

Number of Applicants

 : 

000+

Click to reveal the number of candidates who applied for this job.
icon loader
icon loader

Let AI Supercharge Your Job Hunt!

JobCopilot scans 500,000+ company career sites daily to find jobs for you

Never miss an opportunity Save hours by auto-filling applications forms Land more interviews with tailored applications
happy man
thunder iconActivate JobCopilot

Job Description - Temporary OUPV Captain

About Alpine Ocean Seismic Survey

Alpine are experts in acquiring, analyzing and interpreting data from marine offshore, nearshore and freshwater environments Our clients deal with complex and challenging projects that require high-quality data, on-time delivery, and exacting safety standards.  

Job Summary:

Alpine is looking for a temporary OUPV Captain for small vessel operations. The OUPV captain must be able to understand and carry out the orders and directions of the Vessel Manager and Party Chief of a given project. This Captain must be prepared to operate 50-foot vessels and smaller with responsibility for surveying transects for data collection. This job description does not cover all the required duties, activities, functions, and responsibilities of the position.

Responsibilities:

  • Safely navigate while conducting inshore and offshore surveys.
  • Take responsibility for maintenance and cleanliness of the vessel while assisting running the crewman duties.
  • Stands wheelhouse watch while on shift.
  • Oversees safety of vessel including all installed equipment and inspections thereof.
  • Inspects for cleanliness of vessel.
  • Inventory supplies and order as appropriate.
  • Monitor onboard usage to ensure supplies are utilized in an efficient manner.

Requirements/Certifications/Licenses:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as an OUPV operator.
  • High school diploma or equivalent degree required.
  • Survey experience is a strong plus.
  • Solid computer skills.
  • Minimum OUPV Near Coastal USCG license.
  • Radar observer endorsement required.
  • Current STCW Basic training course and valid STCW Medical Certificate.
  • Valid First Aid/CPR certificates.
  • Prefer a TWIC – Transportation Worker Identification Credential.
  • Valid passport.
  • Valid, clean state driver’s license.
  • Legally authorized to work in the US, without restriction.
  • Must be able to communicate in English, both written and verbal (including over the telephone and radio), and effectively direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion.
  • Must be able to train assigned workers.
  • Must be able to fairly evaluate subordinates.
  • Must be able to understand and use information in material safety data sheets.
  • Must be able to instruct deckhand on use of all tools and machinery onboard vessel.
Benefits:

Alpine is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

No phone calls and no employment agency submissions, please.
Original job Temporary OUPV Captain posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.
Share Job
Share Job

Auto-Apply to Captain Jobs with your AI JobCopilot

thunder icon Auto-Apply with AI

Similar Captain Jobs in the US

GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in the US, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast! Find the best jobs in the US, apply in 1 click and get a job today!

Mobile Apps

Copyright © 2026 Grabjobs Pte.Ltd. All Rights Reserved.