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Tugboat Mate

Norfolk, VA ยท On-site

$600 - $675/day

Looking for Mate of Towing with experience working with dredging operations. * Work schedule is 28 ... The safe operation and navigation of the vessel on it's planned voyage including all dockings and ...

Tugboat Mate

Norfolk, VA ยท On-site

$600 - $675/day

Looking for Mate of Towing with experience working with dredging operations. * Work schedule is 28 ... The safe operation and navigation of the vessel on it's planned voyage including all dockings and ...

The Mate is expected to safely and effectively navigate the vessel when the Captain is not on duty, assist to supervise and discipline the crew, assist in conducting safety drills, and fulfill all ...

Boatswain's Mate

Yorktown, VA ยท On-site

$22 - $24.75/hr

Skills You'll Learn Boat operations Seamanship and navigation Leadership Training You'll Get * BMs ... Captain, Mate, or Pilot of Water Vessels * General and Operations Manager * Emergency Management ...

Tugboat Mate

Norfolk, VA ยท On-site

$600 - $675/day

Looking for Mate of Towing with experience working with dredging operations. * Work schedule is 28 ... The safe operation and navigation of the vessel on it's planned voyage including all dockings and ...

Sea watch At sea, the mate on watch has three fundamental duties: to navigate the ship, to safely avoid traffic, and to respond to any emergencies that may arise. Mates generally stand watch with ...

Second Mate

Seattle, WA

$374 - $402/day

Navigates to avoid marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, and shallow waters, using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys. Safety & Security * Participates in onboard ...

It is the responsibility of the Mate to see that all deck operations and procedures are carried out ... navigate the vessel in accordance with applicable international, federal, state, and harbor ...

As Mate, you will work closely with the Vessel Captain to command the vessel in and out of harbors, rivers, and coastal passages, assist with cargo operations, and stand navigation watch while ...

Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow ... Mate experience on passenger-carrying vessels, including supervisory responsibility and social ...

Second Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$374 - $402/day

Navigates to avoid marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, and shallow waters, using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys. Safety & Security * Participates in onboard ...

As Mate, you will work closely with the Vessel Captain to command the vessel in and out of harbors, rivers, and coastal passages, assist with cargo operations, and stand navigation watch while ...

Second Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$28.50 - $31.75/hr

Navigates to avoid marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, and shallow waters, using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys. Safety & Security * Participates in onboard ...

Chief Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow ... Mate experience on passenger-carrying vessels, including supervisory responsibility and social ...

Chief Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow ... Mate experience on passenger-carrying vessels, including supervisory responsibility and social ...

Chief Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow ... Mate experience on passenger-carrying vessels, including supervisory responsibility and social ...

Chief Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$520 - $572/day

Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow ... Mate experience on passenger-carrying vessels, including supervisory responsibility and social ...

Chief Mate

Seattle, WA

$520 - $572/day

Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow ... Mate experience on passenger-carrying vessels, including supervisory responsibility and social ...

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How much do navigation mate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for navigation mate in the United States is $34.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $33.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Tugboat Mate

Norfolk, VA โ€ข On-site

Robbins Maritime Inc
Water Transportationย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

$600 - $675/day

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

About us
Robbins Maritime, Inc. is a leading tug and barge company, established in 1986 and headquartered in Norfolk, VA. We specialize in providing reliable and efficient maritime support services along the East Coast and Gulf Coast of the United States.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Looking for Mate of Towing with experience working with dredging operations.
  • Work schedule is 28 days on and 14 days off
  • Paid travel to and from the vessel from closest major airport to residence
  • Crew safety, vessel safety and Environmental protection (Vessel Master has ultimate responsibility).
  • Pre-voyage inspections and voyage planning.
  • The safe operation and navigation of the vessel on it’s planned voyage including all dockings and un-dockings/departures and making and breaking tows
  • Ensuring the ability for up-to-date and corrected charts.
  • Maintaining a radio communications log reflecting all vessel-to-vessel communications, waypoints, and job start, stop and standby times.
  • Ensuring other crew members are completing their required duties and responsibilities.
  • Crew safety, vessel safety and Environmental protection.
  • Relieving the Captain in maintaining the safe operation and navigation of the vessel, on her planned voyage, so that neither operator is in operation of the vessel for more than 12 hours in any 24-hour period and that adequate rest is received by both.
  • Assisting the Captain in any of his/her other responsibilities as needed or requested.
Requirements:
·         Merchant Mariners Credentials (Mate of Towing-Near Coastal)
·         Valid Driver License
·         Valid TWIC Card
·         Must be able to pass Merchant Mariner Physical/CG-719K and Drug Screening 
·         Must have a Satisfactory Background Check
·         Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team
·         Physical fitness and the ability to handle the demands of working on a vessel
·         Subject to Random Drug Screening

Benefits:
·         Competitive salary and benefits package.
·         Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
·         Voluntary Life Insurance
·         401(k)
·         Safe Harbor 401(k) match
·         Opportunities for professional growth and development.
 
How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated and experienced Tugboat Mate looking to join a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application on our website using the following link. https://www.robbinsmaritime.com/employment-application/. All application and resumes should be sent to hr@robbinsmaritime.com
Robbins Maritime, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.