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Chevron

Ordinary Seaman

San Ramon, CA · On-site

Chevron is accepting online applications for the Ordinary Seaman position through September 22nd ... Performs manual tasks in the Deck and Steward's Departments * Wipes up excess oils and greases and ...

Chevron

Ordinary Seaman

San Ramon, CA · On-site

Chevron is accepting online applications for the Ordinary Seaman position through September 22nd ... Performs manual tasks in the Deck and Steward's Departments * Wipes up excess oils and greases and ...

Foss Maritime

Dredge Deckhand/Engineer

Richmond, CA · On-site

Valid Merchant Mariner Document (MMD) with Ordinary Seaman endorsement (OS) * Valid Transportation ... outlined in our policies. Equal Opportunity Employer: Foss Maritime Company LLC is an Equal ...

Housebuildr Inc

Solar Appointment Setter

Hollywood, CA · On-site

$1.0K - $5.0K/wk

... LIVE IN/NEAR LOS ANGELES, CA ???? About Housebuildr Housebuildr is a performance-driven solar sales organization built on discipline, accountability, and execution . We train ordinary people to ...

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AspectLive In Ordinary SeamanOrdinary Seaman
CredentialsSTCW Basic Safety Training, Maritime CertificationsSTCW Basic Safety Training, Maritime Certifications
Work EnvironmentLives aboard the vessel, long shifts, confined spacesWorks on deck, short-term or shift-based
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in cruise ships, cargo ships, offshore vesselsStandard entry-level role on various ships

Both Live In Ordinary Seaman and Ordinary Seaman require similar certifications and work in maritime environments. The key difference is that Live In Ordinary Seaman resides aboard the vessel, often working long shifts and living on-site, while Ordinary Seaman typically works on deck during shifts without living accommodations onboard.

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Ordinary Seaman

Chevron

San Ramon, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Chevron rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 222 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 87 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Chevron is accepting online applications for the Ordinary Seaman position through September 22nd, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time)

The Sailors' Union of the Pacific represents all unlicensed personnel employed on the Company's US Flag seagoing vessels.

You must hold a current USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials, STCW 95 endorsements (Basic Training and VPDSD endorsement), valid USCG/STCW medical certificate, valid passport, and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

The general guideline for vessel assignment length is 90 days for unlicensed personnel. Vacation will accrue at 25 days for each 30 days of work.

Pre-employment screening consists of:

  • Background Check

  • Drug Tests: DOT & Non-Dot hair screen test

  • Physical examination

Key Job Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

  • Performs manual tasks in the Deck and Steward's Departments

  • Wipes up excess oils and greases and otherwise cleans machinery, bilges, grating, decks, bulkheads and vessel's hull.

  • Cleans, chips, scales, washes paint, paints, polishes and performs other maintenance work as directed by the ship's officers.

  • Assists in the loading, unloading, stowing and inventory of stores, materials and equipment's.

  • As a member of the deck, assists in handling docking and mooring lines and wires, connecting and disconnecting cargo hoses.

  • Performs general housekeeping work in deck and storage areas.

Safety:

  • Active and positive participant in monthly safety meeting.

  • Points out unsafe acts or conditions to everyone on board.

  • Stops work if unsafe conditions or practices are uncovered.

  • Able to participate in an Emergency Response team.

Teamwork/Working With Others:

  • Effective in relating to others

  • Willing to assist others.

  • Works well under pressure.

  • Maintains an appropriate demeanor and appearance.

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

  • Current USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials w/ VPDSD endorsement

  • Current USCG Medical Certificate

  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

  • Basic Safety Training Certificates

  • Valid Passport

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions

  • The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.
  • The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $ 22.31. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

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Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations and seeking to grow lower carbon businesses along with our traditional business lines. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

Industry

Oil and coal products manufacturing, civic and social organizations and oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

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