MST

Description

Marine Science Technician (MST) Observes, records, and analyzes environmental and scientific data; conducts field monitoring and laboratory analysis for chemical and oil identification; operates and maintains Coast Guard data processing systems; retrieves and assimilates data from remote sensing and local observations; employs numerical models and provides environmental information for conducting Coast Guard operations. An MST, protects U.S. waters and the public from oil and hazardous material responses, conducts safety and security inspections, an MST plays the essential role of enforcing regulations for the safety of the marine environment and the security of the port. As a port state control officer, an MST conducts vessel boardings to ensure compliance with applicable domestic laws and international treaties by checking structural and stability conditions; by verifying appropriate electrical, fire safety, lifesaving, mechanical and navigation systems; and by examining living conditions for crew members on foreign-flagged vessels. Conduct commercial waterfront facility inspections to ensure compliance with safety and security federal regulations, shipping container inspections for hazardous material and structural compliance, enforce security requirements at waterfront facilities; and on foreign-flagged vessels. MSTs identify the actions required to respond to current and future security threats and concerns involving the maritime transportation system.