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Tankerman - Marine

Charleston, SC

Ordinary Seaman, * Steward's Department (F.H.) * Tankerman PIC limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL ... Able to work in confined spaces, carrying heavy tools, climbing and descending ladders, and ...

Curtin Maritime

Crane Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$32.14 - $46.43/hr

All Those Listed in Crane Operator I * MMC (Ordinary Seaman) * CG Medical Certificate RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS: * Training of Level I Crane Operators * Mastery of at least one vessel specific crane.

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Curtin Maritime

Crane Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$32.14 - $46.43/hr

All Those Listed in Crane Operator I * MMC (Ordinary Seaman) * CG Medical Certificate RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS: * Training of Level I Crane Operators * Mastery of at least one vessel specific crane.

Curtin Maritime Corp

Crane Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$550 - $650/day

All those listed in Crane Operator I * MMC (Ordinary Seaman) * CG Medical Certificate Responsibilities and Goals: * Training of Level I Crane Operators * Mastery of at least one vessel specific crane.

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McAllister Towing

Mate

Norfolk, VA

McAllister Towing of Virgina has been in the port of Hampton Roads for roughly 50 years, serving ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

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McAllister Towing

Mate

Norfolk, VA · On-site

McAllister Towing of Virgina has been in the port of Hampton Roads for roughly 50 years, serving ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

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McAllister Towing

Mate

Providence, RI · On-site

With operations established in 1881, Providence Steamboat Company is one of the oldest tugboat ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Crane Operator

Houston, TX

$32.14 - $46.43/day

All Those Listed in Crane Operator I * MMC (Ordinary Seaman) * CG Medical Certificate RESPONSIBILITIES AND GOALS: * Training of Level I Crane Operators * Mastery of at least one vessel specific crane.

McAllister Towing

Mate

Providence, RI

With operations established in 1881, Providence Steamboat Company is one of the oldest tugboat ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Mobile, AL

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Fairhope, AL

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Mobile, AL · On-site

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Mobile, AL

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

McAllister Towing

Mate

Philadelphia, PA

Active in the Port of Philadelphia since the 1940s, McAllister has become a driving force in the ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

McAllister Towing

Mate

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Active in the Port of Philadelphia since the 1940s, McAllister has become a driving force in the ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in ordinary seaman in the United States is $129,787.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,000.00 and $148,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Ordinary Seaman vs Ordinary Seaman?

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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Tankerman - Marine

Tankerman - Marine

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Charleston, SC

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Benefits you receive when working with Savage:

  • A culture that appreciates team members  
  • Profit Sharing
  • Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
  • Opportunity for growth 
  • A commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible

Position Summary: 

The primary function of the Tankerman is to prepare for cargo operations and to safely complete loading and discharge of Caustic Soda.  The Tankerman is to make rounds of the equipment spaces and assist with cleaning and maintaining the vessel, as directed.

Job Responsibilities:   

  • Prepare barge equipment as needed and oversee cargo operations
  • Operate and maintain all systems, including but not limited to Ballast, Ballast Water Treatment, Electrical Distribution, Cargo Pumps, Mooring Winches, Cranes, and Bilge Pumps
  • Perform scheduled maintenance & inspections as defined in the maintenance system or other duties on as “as-needed” basis
  • Must be able to make certain that any and all required cargo documents are available and in proper order
  • Communicate with dock/vessel personnel and ensure each person participating in cargo transfers understands the properties of the product and how the transfer should be conducted
  • Responsible for handling lines during docking & undocking if needed.
  • Report any hazardous or unsafe conditions to designated personnel and take immediate corrective action as per company policy

Requirements/Qualifications: 

  • USCG Merchant Mariner Credential international and national endorsements:
    • Must hold the following International STCW Endorsements:
      • STCW Basic Safety Training (STCW VI/1),
      • PSC (STCW VI/2),
      • Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) (STCW VI/6)
    • Preferred International Endorsements:
      • Able Seafarer-Deck (STCW II/5),
      • RFPNW (STCW II/4),
    • Must hold the following National Endorsements:
      • Able Bodied Seaman,
      • Lifeboatman,
      • Ordinary Seaman,
      • Steward’s Department (F.H.)
      • Tankerman PIC limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL) – Experience with Caustic Soda preferred
  • Must hold a valid TWIC card and a U.S. Passport

Education/Experience: Enter bullet format of specific education and experience that is required.

  • High School diploma
  • Maritime Academy graduate preferred
  • ABS Nautical Systems NS5 experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to work in confined spaces, carrying heavy tools, climbing and descending ladders, and consistently asked to lift and carry loads greater than 25 pounds
  • Must have current USCG STCW Medical Certificate, renewed every 2 years

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