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Master of Towing * Mate of Towing Job Summary: The Captain is the onboard person ultimately ... The Captain is further responsible for the safe transportation of the contract companies' personnel ...

CHIEF ENGINEER

Oakland, CA · On-site

$433.44 - $725.64/day

... by the tug master. Must follow all Safety Directives and Vessel Security Procedures as well as ... contract. Specific pay rates and benefits will be provided during the hiring process and are based ...

Supporting the Master and crew to keep the tug operational at all times * Working as part of a ... Permanent, Time-for-Time contract * Pension matched up to 10% * Life Cover (4x pensionable salary ...

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Tug work demands reliability, awareness, teamwork and pride in doing things properly. You'll live ... Supporting the Master to deliver safe and efficient towage operations across UK ports and coastal ...

Master of Towing license. * Experience: Five (5) years of experience operating tug boats/marine ... There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and any one or all of its employees ...

Master of Towing license. * Experience: Five (5) years of experience operating tug boats/marine ... There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and any one or all of its employees ...

Master of Towing license. * Experience: Five (5) years of experience operating tug boats/marine ... There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and any one or all of its employees ...

Mate

Kenai, AK · On-site

This is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the ... USCG License (Master or Mate of Towing) is required. * Radar Unlimited course is required * Tug and ...

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CHIEF MATE

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

Crowley Maritime Corporation
1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New


Job description

Overview

Must have the ability to report to work within 2 hours of notification while on call (Savannah, GA area)

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.

By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration. 

To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us.

Assists in safe operation of tug under supervision of the Tug Master, follows safety procedures and guidelines pertaining to regulatory guidelines. Also responsible for deck duties pertaining to LNG barge to include but not limited to, making fast, stowing lines, painting, chipping, greasing deck equipment and following orders of the master of the vessel.


Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Mate 500GT Near Coastal
  • Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR)
  • OICNW (500GT or more)
  • STCW with all required endorsements (including but not limited to Radar, VPDSD, Advanced Firefighting & Lifeboatman)
  • Current TWIC
  • Valid Passport – must be able to travel internationally with no felonies, DUI, or other convictions which would restrict entry into Canada or other nations

Preferred:

  • Master 500 Gt Near Coastal
  • Mate of Towing Near Coastal
  • Master of Towing Near Coastal
  • Working Knowledge of LNG Cargo Operations

Minimum Experience:

  • Ability to demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in all aspects of Towing and Navigation.
  • 540 days on board a towing vessel in a supervisory capacity
  • Computer efficiencies with Word, Excel, Outlook, and Maintenance Based Programs

Preferred:

  • LNG experience

Qualifications

Probation:                     90 workdays

Geographic Area:        Savannah, GA

Compensation:            This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Compensation, including hourly wages or salary, benefits, and other terms of employment, will be in accordance with the applicable union contract. Specific pay rates and benefits will be provided during the hiring process and are based on the terms outlined in the agreement.

Qualifications:

Probation:                     90 workdays

Geographic Area:        Savannah, GA

Compensation:            This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Compensation, including hourly wages or salary, benefits, and other terms of employment, will be in accordance with the applicable union contract. Specific pay rates and benefits will be provided during the hiring process and are based on the terms outlined in the agreement.

Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME