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Offshore Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. Culinary experience required. * Perks: Meals and Lodging paid! * Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. Culinary experience required. * Perks: Meals and Lodging paid! * Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus ...

ESS

NIGHT COOK (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. Culinary experience required. * Perks: Meals and Lodging paid! * Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus ...

Compass Group

NIGHT COOK (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. Culinary experience required. * Perks: Meals and Lodging paid! * Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus ...

Compass Group

HELPER COOK

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. * Perks: Meals and Lodging Provided! * Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $19.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available ESS Support ...

ESS

GENERAL HELPER (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$28.23/hr

Prior housekeeping, remote camp, offshore, or restaurant experience - Preferred Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping ...

Compass Group

HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK

$16.25 - $21/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. * Perks: Meals and Lodging Provided! * Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $19.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available ESS Support ...

ESS

HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. * Perks: Meals and Lodging Provided! * Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $19.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available ESS Support ...

Compass Group

HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

Anchorage, AK

$16.25 - $21/hr

Prior Offshore or remote site experience preferred. * Perks: Meals and Lodging Provided! * Pay Range: $15.00 per hour to $19.00 per hour. *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available ESS Support ...

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How much do offshore jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for offshore in Alaska is $22.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $24.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an offshore?

An offshore job refers to work performed on structures located in bodies of water, such as oil rigs, wind farms, or marine research stations. These jobs can involve roles in drilling, engineering, maintenance, or support services. Offshore workers often follow rotational schedules, spending weeks at sea before returning to land. The work environment can be challenging due to isolation and weather conditions, but it typically offers competitive salaries and benefits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the offshore position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an offshore role (such as Offshore Engineer or Offshore Technician), strong technical expertise in marine operations, mechanical or electrical systems, and safety procedures is essential, often backed by a relevant degree or trade certification. Familiarity with specialized equipment like dynamic positioning systems, drilling machinery, and compliance with safety certifications such as BOSIET or HUET is commonly required. Excellent teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills are crucial for effective collaboration in remote and challenging environments. These skills and qualifications help ensure operational safety, productivity, and the ability to respond quickly to offshore workplace demands.

What is the typical work schedule and living arrangement for offshore positions?

Offshore roles usually involve rotational schedules, such as two weeks on and two weeks off, during which employees live and work on platforms or vessels. Accommodations are provided onboard, including shared living spaces, dining facilities, and recreational areas, to support long shifts and extended stays. Team members often work 12-hour shifts and must adapt to living in close quarters with colleagues. These structured rotations allow for adequate rest periods and help maintain a healthy work-life balance, despite the remote nature of the work. Working offshore requires a willingness to adjust to these unique living and scheduling conditions.

How do I get into offshore work?

To get into offshore work, candidates typically need relevant technical skills, such as engineering, welding, or diving certifications, and often require safety training like BOSIET or HUET. Gaining experience through entry-level positions or apprenticeships can improve chances, and many employers prefer candidates with physical fitness and the ability to work in remote, challenging environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Offshore jobs in Alaska?

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Infographic showing various Offshore job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $47,788 per year, or $23 per hour.

Alaska Native Hire Program - QMED (Vessel)

Edison Chouest Offshore

Valdez, AK • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Edison Chouest Offshore rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Responsibilities
  • Cleaning the engine room and all the machinery. Should be familiar with the use of hand tools and the machinery layout of the vessel. Assist Engineer as needed.
  • Report any shortcomings, inaccuracies, or conflicts in any portion of the MS to the Master or Engineer
  • QMED performs assigned tasks including engine room watch.

Marine Functions
  • Adhere to and comply with company policies, U.S. Coast Guard, and environmental regulations
  • Works a rotation of 12 hours in a 24 hour period with occasional hours not to exceed 14 consecutive hours
  • Responsible for handling lines for the mooring of the vessel as needed
  • Overhauls lifeboats and lifeboat gear and lowers or raises lifeboats with a winch or falls as directed
  • May be required to assist in maintenance of ship's gear, or engine room watch duties.
  • Participates in safety and rescue drills for emergency situations
  • Provides and/or assist with training
  • Assembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material on board the vessel
  • Performs any duty that may be required as part of the training
  • Ensures cleanliness of the engine room, bilges, rudder room, and void spaces, maintains engine room watch when underway, examines machinery for specified pressures and flow of lubricants, oils, and greases moving parts
  • Collects, dumps, and clean garbage. Empties color-coded receptacles for segregated garbage to the appropriate storage or processing location.
  • Cleans, paints, and does general housekeeping on the vessel
  • Holds a valid merchant mariner credential

Emergency Response Functions
  • Safety Sensitive Duties: Include but are not limited to; directing and mustering passengers in emergencies, passing out lifejackets, controlling and operating lifesaving equipment, controlling and operating firefighting equipment
  • Safety Sensitive Position: Is any position aboard a vessel that requires the person filling that position to perform one or more safety-sensitive duties on either a routine or emergency-only basis. Any person filling a safety-sensitive position is subject to U.S. Coast Guard drug & alcohol testing. All crew members are considered to be filling safety-sensitive positions as well.
  • Ensures first aid is provided to victims
  • Firefighting and damage control
  • Assist on deck for man overboard crisis
  • Directed by the Master/Mate to take appropriate actions at the scene of an emergency

Security Functions
  • Designated Security Duties

HSE Responsibilities
  • Document and notify supervisor immediately of any accidents/ illnesses / vessel incidents/ near misses/ etc.
  • Participate and supervise the company's safety programs (i.e. Safety Observations, Toolbox Talks, Permit to Work, Near Miss, Risk Assessments, etc.)
  • Utilize "Stop Work Authority" if any personal safety, environmental risk, property damage, or company reputation are at risk
  • Responsible for ensuring the maintenance and use of all necessary PPE
  • Performs all duties while wearing protective equipment to include foul weather gear, PFD, gloves, boots, eye protection, hearing protection, etc. as applicable.
  • Responsible for ensuring and supervising the elimination of at-risk behaviors by reducing unsafe conditions and unsafe acts on and around the worksite

Supervisory Functions
  • Responsible for imparting knowledge about the specific features, characteristics, and procedures of the vessel operations to crew members and the orientation of all new personnel aboard the vessel
  • Provide on-the-job training
  • Ensures that he/she is capable of navigating through and communicating the requirements and contents of the MS to company representatives, regulatory personnel, and vessel crew-members
  • Perform any other additional duties that may be required or assigned

Work Environment
  • Work in locations not accessible to definitive medical care

Physical Demands
  • Required to be able to read and write in English, calculate, have estimation skills, possess good verbal presentation, and be able to communicate effectively
  • Required to be able to tolerate repetitive and prolonged postures involving standing, sitting, twisting, squatting, kneeling, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, stretching, reaching, and reaching to full range from above head to the floor
  • Required to be able to utilize good dexterity and frequently use one or two hands throughout the work period
  • Required good balance/coordination when walking over uneven and/or slippery surfaces
  • Required to have sufficient cardio-respiratory fitness to perform medium-heavy physical labor involving the ability to sit and/or stand for extended time frames, walk for prolonged periods, handle various tools, climb ladders, and climb stairwells
  • Subject to adverse weather conditions including rough seas, cold, wet, elevated temperatures, and humid conditions
  • Required to be able to lift at least 50 pounds
  • Required to demonstrate physical demand requirements during initial pre-employment physical and any future physicals while employed
  • Able to repeatedly walk the length of the vessel

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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