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McAllister Towing

Mate

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career ... Mate: Description/Job Summary: The Mate is responsible for assisting the Master with safe and ...

AET

Mate

Galveston, TX

Both report to the Captain and perform responsibilities and duties as assigned. One mate acts as the safety advisor onboard the LSV and ensures that all company and regulatory requirements related to ...

AET

Mate

Galveston, TX · On-site

Both report to the Captain and perform responsibilities and duties as assigned. One mate acts as the safety advisor onboard the LSV and ensures that all company and regulatory requirements related to ...

Moran Towing Corporation

Mate

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

The Mate shall report directly to the Captain and is second in command. As a supervisor, all crew members are subject to his/her orders. Mates are direct representatives of Moran and are responsible ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mate, Brilliant

Mystic, CT · On-site

$44K/yr

BRILLIANT sails with a Captain, a Mate, and a Cook/Deckhand, as well as up to 9 program participants. The mate will assist the captain in all aspects of the vessel's operation ranging from teaching ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mate, Brilliant

Mystic, CT

BRILLIANT sails with a Captain, a Mate, and a Cook/Deckhand, as well as up to 9 program participants. The mate will assist the captain in all aspects of the vessel's operation ranging from teaching ...

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mate, Brilliant

Mystic, CT · On-site

BRILLIANT sails with a Captain, a Mate, and a Cook/Deckhand, as well as up to 9 program participants. The mate will assist the captain in all aspects of the vessel's operation ranging from teaching ...

Curtin Maritime

Mate

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$32.15 - $53.58/hr

Mate I, II, III will work directly with the Port Captain, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard. WHAT ...

Curtin Maritime

Mate

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$32.15 - $53.58/hr

Mate I, II, III will work directly with the Port Captain, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard. WHAT ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Mate

Long Beach, CA

$32.15 - $53.58/day

Mate I, II, III will work directly with the Port Captain, and Vessel Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard. WHAT ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for captain mate in the United States is $25.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a captain mate?

A Captain Mate, also known as a First Mate or Chief Mate, assists the Captain in operating and navigating a vessel. They oversee safety procedures, crew management, and cargo handling while ensuring compliance with maritime regulations. The Mate also takes command when the Captain is unavailable and helps with navigation, maintenance, and emergency protocols. This role requires strong leadership, seamanship skills, and relevant certifications depending on the vessel size and type.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a captain mate on board a vessel?

A Captain Mate commonly assists the Captain with navigation, supervises deck operations, ensures compliance with safety procedures, and manages the crew. Daily tasks may include maintaining logbooks, performing safety drills, overseeing cargo operations, and monitoring weather and sea conditions. The role requires close collaboration with both the Captain and other crew members, often acting as a bridge between leadership and the team. This hands-on position offers valuable experience for those interested in advancing to more senior maritime roles, such as Chief Mate or Captain.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the captain mate position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Captain Mate, you need a strong understanding of navigation, seamanship, and vessel operations, with formal maritime training and certification such as a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC). Familiarity with navigation systems like GPS, radar, electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS), and communication radios is essential. Strong leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help distinguish exceptional Captain Mates, especially in fast-changing sea conditions. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure vessel safety, efficient operations, and effective coordination between crew and senior officers.

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Mate

McAllister Towing

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description


The Port of Hampton Roads, Va. is one of the largest ports on the East Coast, offering one of the principal coal exporting facilities in the world. A hub for international trade, over 75 international shipping lines call at Norfolk and the surrounding ports of Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Newport News, Yorktown, and other outlying terminals. McAllister Towing of Virgina has been in the port of Hampton Roads for roughly 50 years, serving Yorktown, Piney Point, Hampton Roads, Norfolk, and the Chesapeake area with unsurpassed towing and general harbor assist work.
Captain Elliott Westall joined the McAllister family in 1997 after a distinguished 20-year career in the US Navy where he served primarily as Tug Captain and Harbor Pilot. Captain Westall was named Vice President and General Manager of McAllister of Virginia in 2007. Captain Westall and the entire team in Virginia continues to work earnestly and safely to promote McAllister's reputation as the leader of unsurpassed service in marine transportation.
McAllister Towing of Virginia is seeking highly qualified Mate to join our team. Duties and responsibilities are outlined below:
Mate:
Description/Job Summary:
The Mate is responsible for assisting the Master with safe and efficient operation of the Tug. The Mate safely manages all towing operations and deck evolutions. The Mate navigates the vessel and conducts docking/undocking evolutions. The Mate is the First Line Supervisor for members of the Deck Department. Additionally, the Mate assists the Master with maintaining the well-being of the crew.
Preferred Experience:
  • Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman.

Required Qualifications:
  • Current GMDSS, ARPA, Advanced Firefighting, First Aid/CPR
  • Valid Merchant Mariners Credential - 200-ton Mate license
  • Mate or Master of Towing
  • Valid STCW, TWIC and Current USCG Medical Certificate
  • Tractor tug/Z drive experience
  • Must pass pre-employment drug test
  • Must pass pre-employment physical

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Mate 1600 Gross Tons Towing/Oceans
  • STCW

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer.
It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of McAllister Towing not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

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