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WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Third Mate is responsible for managing crew and staff familiarization and participation in the ISM Safety Management System, as well as assisting with the vessel's piloting, navigation, safety and small boat operations. Third Mate is responsible for the care and maintenance of the kayaks and all related gear.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Watch Duty:
• Performs bridge navigation and deck watch during specified periods as assigned by the Captain. Determines geographical position of the ship, using all available means such as GPS, radar ranges, visual observations, depth sounders, etc.
• Makes necessary entries in navigation and radio logs.
• If directed by the Captain may assist in docking, anchoring, piloting, en route, in close quarters and open sea conditions.
• Navigates vessel to ensure avoidance of marine hazards such as reefs, outlying shoals, shallow waters, etc. using aids to navigation such as lights, lighthouses, and buoys.
• Able to perform voyage planning and navigational calculations.
• Safety and Security:
• Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain. Including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding, medical emergencies and kayak recovery drills.
• Fulfills Fire and Emergency Station Billet by acting as fire hose nozzle person donning full firefighting gear, and serving at the scene of the fire.
• Participates in shore side training as required by the company.
• Performs kayak safety briefings.
• Relieves and/or performs gangway watch as directed by the duty schedule.
• Maintains familiarity with the ISM Code and requirements.
• Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response activities. Completes internal SMS training for all crewmembers.
• Performs and documents all Safety Familiarization tours with crew and staff.
• Small Boat Operations:
• Drives inflatable boats as necessary.
• Assists with loading guests, staff, and crew in and out of inflatable boats.
• Is responsible for routine upkeep and maintenance of the kayaks and associated equipment.
• Administrative:
• Acts as shipboard Waste Management Officer.
• Responsible for Integrated Pest Management Plan as required by CDC.
• Maintains ships inventory of Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Ensures all crew have access to SMS and SMS document library.

What We Offer

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Room and board when scheduled
• Travel Day Pay
• Travel Expenses Paid
• Travel benefits for employees and their family
• Uniforms Provided
• Training Opportunities
• Short Pay
• Emergency Coverage Pay

$285 - $306 a day
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Desired qualifications:
Experience as Mate operating a passenger vessel, including navigation and bridge watch responsibilities, operating inflatable boats and completing ISM Safety Management System inspections, checklists and reports.
Experience operating port-to-port between Southeast Alaska, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, the Gulf of California, Mexico, Costa Rica and Panama (including the Panama Canal).
Excellent crisis management skills; ability to act quickly with confidence while exercising sound judgement.
Good customer service skills: professional demeanor, ability to use necessary levels of tact and courtesy.
Strong time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Communication Skills:
The Third Mate must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations as well as written form.
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations:
Minimum Master 500 GRT USA tonnage and 3,000 GT ITC tonnage license required.
Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
Valid TWIC card required.
Valid US Passport required.
ARPA required.
ECDIS required.
GMDSS Restricted Operators License required.
Radar Observer endorsement required.
STCW Basic Safety Training within the last five years required.
STCW Crowd and Crisis Management preferred.
Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands are described in the Third Mate Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants.
WORK SCHEDULE
The Third Mate works approximately 12 hours per day of varied hours; approximately 7 weeks on, 7 weeks off, rotational schedule. Daily 12-hour shifts are comprised of standing one watch, administrative work and small boat operations.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills or abilities required of persons so classified or assigned.
Employment is contingent on the following:
- In compliance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulations, 46 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 16, you will be required to undergo the following drug tests: post-offer prior to start date, random, reasonable cause, and serious marine incident per US Federal guidelines.
- Pre-offer background check; employment is contingent upon the results of this screening.
- Post-offer physical examination; your employment is dependent upon being determined fit for sea duty.
Continued employment is dependent upon consent to and passing these tests.
Lindblad Expeditions continues to highly recommend that all new hires be up to date with all vaccines prior to the first day of employment and getting boosted annually when eligible, including those vaccines that protect against COVID-19. All crew must still comply with all country-specific vaccination requirements.
Communication Skills
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The physical demands per position are described in the Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants upon request.
COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.
Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.