Exciting news for our vibrant maritime network—this week, the Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced the release of the Small Shipyard Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity.
The Apprentice Deck Mechanic works a 15-day on / 15-day off work schedule consisting of 6-hours on / 6-hours off shift rotations while onboard a vessel. This position is responsible for: conducting all deck operations aboard the tug as well as the barge tow, maintaining the engine room and mechanical systems of the vessel, and performing all routine inspections and house duties as required by the operation.
February 2025 marks Clean Rivers Cooperative Operations Manager Carl Boelter’s 15-year anniversary with the Cooperative. We are proud to celebrate Carl this month and spotlight his service and dedication to the Cooperative.
The Clean Rivers Cooperative Operations and Training Facility in NW Portland underwent a remodel project in 2024. The construction started mid-July and finished up at the end of November.
Left to Right: Cooperative General Manager Vanessa Green, John Hartup, Jerry Holmes, Cooperative Operations Manager Carl Boelter
Read about the MFSA annual Command Level training exercise.
Read about the FPAAC 3Q Technician Level Training at Clark County Fire District #6!
Read more about our boom deployment exercise near Clatskanie, OR.
Read about the FPAAC 2Q Technician Level Training in Astoria!
Read about the FPAAC 2024 Operations Level Training by clicking below!
What to expect when you call to activate the MFSA oil spill plan.
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