Job Listings

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Mechanic or Sr. Mechanic to join the Facilities Department. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. Reporting to the Lead Mechanic, this position assists with the planning and oversight of maintenance, repair, and installation work of all ship board, mechanical and scientific systems.   Mechanic: Performs mechanical construction, repair, maintenance, and installation involving a wide variety of shipboard and shore mechanical and scientific systems and equipment items.   Senior Mechanic:  Performs complex mechanical construction, repair, and installation work involving a wide variety of shop and scientific equipment.   Through training and/or work experience, the ideal candidate should be skilled in several trades, enabling the application of technical knowledge to perform assigned tasks independent of supervision.  Unusual and unprecedented situations are reviewed with Mechanical Shop Supervisor.   

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is seeking a Shop Services Assistant to join our Facilities Department. Under general direction from a Facilities Shop Supervisor, the candidate will performs a variety of routine work associated with the areas of machining, maintenance, electrical, and/or carpentry.    This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for full benefits. 

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for two Security Guard to join the Facilities Department.These are regular, half-time, non-exempt position eligible for Benefits.   Under direct supervision, performs routine security checks during the night and on weekends throughout the entire Institution. Schedule can be any of the following shifts, every other weekend 8am-4pm and Weds 12am-8am.    

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for two Senior Distribution Assistant to join the Services Department. These are regular, full-time, non-exempt position, and are eligible for full benefits.   Reporting to the appropriate Distribution Supervisor, the Senior Distribution Assistant provides assistance and support to a broad range of Institution operations and services. Duties may be concentrated in a particular area and/or across multiple service functions, in response to staffing and workload needs.  General areas of operation include Building Services, Food Services, Receiving & Mail Services, and Shipping & Warehouse Services.   90% of this position will be within the warehouse & shipping area and the remaining 10% in the other areas listed below:

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for two Distribution Assistant. Reporting to Manager of Distribution and Services. Reporting to the appropriate Distribution Supervisor and under general direction, provides assistance and support to a broad range of Institution operations and services. Duties may be concentrated in a particular area and/or across multiple service functions, in response to staffing and workload needs. General areas of operation include Building Services, Food Services, Receiving & Mail Services, and Shipping & Warehouse Services.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is seeking two Facilities Engineer to join our Facilities Department. Under general direction from the Facilities Director, the Facilities Engineeror Sr. Facilities Engineer is responsible for implementing engineering solutions in a dynamic ocean research institution. This includes HVAC, mechanical systems, and activities surrounding construction or renovation projects for innovative scientists and ocean engineers. The successful applicant applies effective communication and construction management techniques to the planning, design, and implementation of assigned project(s) from conception to completion, controlling time and cost while ensuring a high level of quality. Responsibilities include scheduling and coordinating all design and construction processes: selecting, hiring, and overseeing specialty trade contractors; managing the project budget; coordinating and managing materials and equipment; reviewing contracts; and ensuring the safety of employees and the general public. Be part of our mission to transform ocean science for a better and more sustainable world. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for full benefits. The internal working titles for this position could be either Facilities Engineeror Sr. Facilities Engineer. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education & experience.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for two Machinist or Sr. Machinist to join the Facilities Department to perform routine and production machining of metals and plastics. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for full benefits.   The internal working titles for this position could be either Machinist or Sr. Machinist. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education & experience.