What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marine Debris Monitor - Disaster Response position at The Workforce Group?
The Workforce Group Team is currently seeking dependable and adaptable Debris Monitors to support our disaster response efforts, with a focus on marine debris monitoring. As a Debris Monitor, you will confirm debris eligibility by documenting the location and volume of debris collected. This role involves working in a variety of environments, including on waterways and aboard small to medium-sized boats. Candidates should be comfortable with aquatic settings and willing to work in challenging marine environments.
Location: Florida, USA
Availability:
These are contract positions and, if activated, will likely require travel on short notice, generally lasting from several days to a few weeks and possibly 30 days or more, depending on the disaster response needs. Shifts may be up to 12 hours per day, 7 days a week.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Report to the designated area on time and wait for an assignment.
- Monitor and observe all debris-loading activities of trucks, bobcats, and front-end loaders, ensuring they are loading only storm-related debris from public rights-of-way or property.
- Ensure Contractors collect all eligible debris and clear branches or other materials from roadways, waterways, and private driveways before moving on.
- Fill out Load Tickets completely and accurately to document the debris volume.
- Record and report any damages caused by a Contractor.
- Conduct marine debris monitoring aboard small to medium-sized boats, verifying debris collection in waterways and coastal areas.
- Remain courteous, respectful, and professional at all times with residents, Contractors, County or City officials, and fellow employees.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Valid car insurance and dependable vehicle preferred.
- Ability to work 12-14-hour days, including potential work in aquatic environments.
- Comfortable working on small to medium-sized boats in waterways and coastal areas.
- Ability to climb staircases and ladders at least 10 feet.
- Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Possess a cellular phone and a portable charger.
- Willingness to travel and work in various counties
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The Workforce Group (WFG) is a Great Place to Work®-Certified company. We are a team of dedicated professionals who pull together to meet the needs of communities, partnering with federal, state, and local governments. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
