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Boatswain

Galveston, TX · On-site

$36.06/hr

... ship. Assists Chief Mate with safety inspections required for MARAD and the US Coast Guard. Performs trade work at a high-skilled level and serves as a working leader of a maintenance crew of Deck ...

Glacier Fish

Licensed Mate - Fishing Vessel

Seattle, WA · On-site

$120K - $185K/yr

Mate may command the vessel in the Master's absence for a specified period. Coast Guard License ... Records daily activities in ship's log. * Overall responsibility for implementation and support of ...

Glacier Fish

Licensed Mate - Fishing Vessel

Seattle, WA · On-site

$120K - $185K/yr

Mate may command the vessel in the Master's absence for a specified period. Coast Guard License ... Records daily activities in ship's log. * Overall responsibility for implementation and support of ...

Tamus

Boatswain

Galveston, TX · On-site

$36.06/hr

... ship. Assists Chief Mate with safety inspections required for MARAD and the US Coast Guard. Performs trade work at a high-skilled level and serves as a working leader of a maintenance crew of Deck ...

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Boatswain

Galveston, TX · On-site

$36.06/hr

... ship. Assists Chief Mate with safety inspections required for MARAD and the US Coast Guard. Performs trade work at a high-skilled level and serves as a working leader of a maintenance crew of Deck ...

Foss Maritime

2nd/3rd Mate Oceans

Seattle, WA · On-site

$30/hr

About the Role As a Management Mate you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and ... first hand experience with marine propulsion systems, various towing configurations, and ship ...

Foss Maritime Company

2nd/3rd Mate Oceans

Seattle, WA

$30/hr

About the Role As a Management Mate you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and ... first hand experience with marine propulsion systems, various towing configurations, and ship ...

Foss Maritime Company

2nd/3rd Mate Oceans

Seattle, WA

$30/hr

About the Role As a Management Mate you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and ... first hand experience with marine propulsion systems, various towing configurations, and ship ...

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Bosun

Juneau, AK · On-site

The Bosun reports to the 1st Mate and will assist company officers in communicating and enforcing ... ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies. * Participate in shore side training as ...

Foss Maritime

2nd/3rd Mate Oceans

Seattle, WA

$30/hr

About the Role As a Management Mate you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and ... first hand experience with marine propulsion systems, various towing configurations, and ship ...

Innersea Discoveries

Bosun

Juneau, AK

The Bosun reports to the 1st Mate and will assist company officers in communicating and enforcing ... ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies. * Participate in shore side training as ...

Saltchuk

2nd/3rd Mate Oceans

Seattle, WA

$30/hr

About the Role As a Management Mate you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and ... first hand experience with marine propulsion systems, various towing configurations, and ship ...

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Boat Mate

Clearwater, FL · On-site

The first mate is the right hand man of the captain, required to meet all requests of the captain ... He/she must ensure the vessel is ship shape, cleaned and ready to go. They are to assist passengers ...

Innersea Discoveries

Bosun

Juneau, AK

The Bosun reports to the 1st Mate and will assist company officers in communicating and enforcing ... ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies. * Participate in shore side training as ...

UnCruise Adventures

Bosun

Juneau, AK · On-site

The Bosun reports to the 1st Mate and will assist company officers in communicating and enforcing ... ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies. * Participate in shore side training as ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for ship first mate in the United States is $43.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $65.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ship First Mate vs Ship Captain?

AspectShip First MateShip Captain
CredentialsSTCW certification, maritime experienceSTCW certification, extensive maritime experience, often additional licenses
Work EnvironmentOnboard ships, assisting in navigation and operationsOnboard ships, overall vessel management and decision-making
Employer & IndustryMaritime shipping, yachting, commercial vesselsMaritime shipping, commercial and luxury yachts
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The Ship First Mate is primarily responsible for assisting the Ship Captain in navigation, safety, and daily operations. The Ship Captain holds the ultimate authority, overseeing the entire vessel and crew. While both roles require maritime certifications and experience, the Captain typically has more extensive licenses and leadership responsibilities. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right position based on qualifications and career goals.

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Second Mate - Seaward Services - TSVRON

Second Mate - Seaward Services - TSVRON

Hornblower Group

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Hornblower rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 9 rated cruise lines

Job description

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experience and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group's Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systemsHornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.
Position Summary:
The Second Mate shall serve as navigation officer for the assigned Training Support Vessel (TSV-1 PREVAIL, TSV-3 HUNTER, TSV-4 NARRAGANSETT, or TSV-5 VINDICATOR). This role involves maintaining charts and publications, preparing voyage plans, and making daily reports to the Master on voyage progress. The Second Mate also performs cleaning, painting, and maintenance duties as directed by the Chief Mate.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Serve as navigation officer.
  • Maintain charts and publications.
  • Prepare all voyage plans; make daily report to the Master on voyage progress.
  • Perform cleaning, painting, maintenance duties as directed by the Chief Mate.
  • Stand navigation watches as assigned per operational requirements.
  • Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:
  • U.S. Coast Guard license/certificate requirements: Second Mate with VSO, VSPSD, STCW.
    • STCW Requirements: OICNW; Able Seafarer-Deck; RFPNW; PSC; Medical care Provider; ADV FF; Basic Training; GMDSS Operator; ECDIS (Unlimited); Lifeboatman; Wiper; Stewards Department (FH); Person in Charge of Medical Care (PIC).
  • Security Clearance: SECRET.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must possess a valid United States Passport.
  • Must be able to acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Must be able to acquire and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
  • Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office and shipboard monitoring and maintenance software.
  • Possess a thorough understanding of all pertinent regulations and laws.
  • Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
  • Successfully submit and complete pre-employment background check.
  • Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG, including pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing.

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The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.
EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

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