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41 North Offshore, LLC

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Tugboat Mate

New Bedford, MA · On-site

$36.50 - $40/hr

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Offshore Rigger

Houma, LA · On-site

$22 - $28.25/hr

Properly rig slings to ensure proper alignment of load before moving the freight * Give hand signal ... Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment ...

Gulf Island

Offshore Rigger

Houma, LA · On-site

$22 - $28.25/hr

Properly rig slings to ensure proper alignment of load before moving the freight * Give hand signal ... Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment ...

Gulf Island

Offshore Rigger

Houma, LA

$22 - $28.25/hr

Properly rig slings to ensure proper alignment of load before moving the freight * Give hand signal ... Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment ...

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CertificationsLogistics, freight forwarding certificationsLogistics, freight forwarding certifications
Work EnvironmentShipping hubs, ports, freight companiesShipping companies, freight forwarding firms
Industry UsageUsed in freight forwarding, shipping logisticsUsed in coordinating ocean shipments, logistics
Job FocusManaging freight shipments to islandsCoordinating ocean freight logistics

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Tugboat Mate

Tugboat Mate

41 North Offshore, LLC

New Bedford, MA • On-site

$36.50 - $40/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

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Job description

As a Mate with 41 North Offshore, you serve as a key member of the vessel’s leadership team and assist the Captain in the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the tug. This position is responsible for overseeing all towing operations and deck activities, including line handling, rigging, and cargo-related tasks. The Mate also stands navigational watch, operates the vessel during routine transits, and directs docking and undocking maneuvers to ensure the safety of the crew, vessel, and equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Captain in the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the tug.
  • Manage all towing operations and deck evolutions, including line handling, rigging, and related deck activities.
  • Stand navigational watch and operate the vessel during transits.
  • Conduct docking and undocking maneuvers safely and efficiently
  • Maintain compliance with all company quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in safety meetings, drills, audits, and training sessions in accordance with company and customer policies.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements: MMC, TWIC, STCW, Mate of Towing Endorsement

Company Description

Established in 2011 with a single tugboat, 41° North Offshore, LLC has grown into a full service provider of marine towing, transportation and support services. Based in New Bedford, Massachusetts and trading primarily in the waters of New England, 41° North's vessels have operated along the entire East Coast and in the Gulf of Mexico. 41° North maintains a fleet of towing vessels and barges that are operated by skilled mariners and are uniquely sized to meet a wide range of customers requirements.
41° North is a leading provider of barge transportation to the island communities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and has extensive experience transporting modular homes, loose bulk aggregate, and oversize project cargo. 41° North is licensed to haul commercial trucks, trailers, and equipment by barge between New Bedford and the island of Nantucket, offering the service under its affiliated Island Freight Line.