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Seasonal Tugboat Tankerman Jobs (NOW HIRING)

2ND MATE

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$24.75 - $27.50/hr

Western Alaska Tugboat experience * Multi-Cargo Barge experience * Tankerman PIC/Assist * OICNW ... ECDIS Hitch * Seasonal (April - November) Travel costs covered! Qualifications: Minimum ...

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$24.75 - $27.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Overview

As a privately held, U.S.-owned and operated company, Crowley provides services to 36 nations and island territories. Our purpose is to bravely advance what's possible to elevate people and planet, with our core values of Integrity, Sustainability and Drive guiding everything we do.

By expanding and innovating our services, we have expanded our footprint in services within the Logistics, Land Transportation, Shipping, Wind and Fuel industries. Crowley and its affiliated companies have generated more than $3.5 billion in annual revenue through our people's focus on excellence and a culture that values everyone's voices and collaboration. 

To continue laying the groundwork and challenge what's possible for our business, we seek to partner with individuals ready to elevate their careers with us

ABOUT US: A key role with the largest Jones Act employer with a diverse fleet of vessels. Crowley Fuels delivers clean petroleum products across remote Alaska, supplying communities, construction projects, government operations, and the commercial fishing industry. Our specialized tugs and barges, operated by skilled local mariners, allow us to reach challenging, shallow, and otherwise inaccessible areas to keep homes, businesses, and essential services powered across the state.

All employees have the opportunity to join the Mariner Employee Resource Group; which is focused on creating a safe, inclusive, and diverse workforce.


Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Crowley is actively hiring for an Second Mate in our Western Alaska Crowley Fuels tug and barge fleet. This position is a great fit for someone looking for adventure! Have you ever wanted to see a walrus or a polar bear at work? This is your chance! The Western Alaska fleet operates on a seasonal basis from approximately April through November or about 150 days. Check out this short video to learn more about our Western Alaska and Arctic operations.

This position does require the candidate to join the United Steelworkers union as part of their onboarding after accepting a job offer.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications and Credentials

  • Mate 500GT Near Coastal
  • Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR)
  • Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch (OICNW)
  • STCW with all required endorsements
  • Valid TWIC
  • Valid Passport - must be able to travel internationally with no felonies, DUI, or other convictions which would restrict entry into Canada or other nations.
  • Working Knowledge of LNG Cargo Operations

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

  • Western Alaska Tugboat experience
  • Multi-Cargo Barge experience
  • Tankerman PIC/Assist
  • OICNW, Basic Polar Code
  • Mate Towing Near Coastal or complete TOAR
  • Current RADAR/ARPA, FCC, Advanced FF
  • ECDIS

Hitch

  • Seasonal (April - November)

Travel costs covered!

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications and Credentials

  • Mate 500GT Near Coastal
  • Towing Officer Assessment Record (TOAR)
  • Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch (OICNW)
  • STCW with all required endorsements
  • Valid TWIC
  • Valid Passport - must be able to travel internationally with no felonies, DUI, or other convictions which would restrict entry into Canada or other nations.
  • Working Knowledge of LNG Cargo Operations

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

  • Western Alaska Tugboat experience
  • Multi-Cargo Barge experience
  • Tankerman PIC/Assist
  • OICNW, Basic Polar Code
  • Mate Towing Near Coastal or complete TOAR
  • Current RADAR/ARPA, FCC, Advanced FF
  • ECDIS

Hitch

  • Seasonal (April - November)

Travel costs covered!

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