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Third Officer

Norfolk, VA ยท On-site

$156K/yr

Serves as a deck Watch Officer and assists the Master and senior deck officers in carrying out ... Third Mate Any Gross Tons Upon Oceans (or higher), and Radar Observer - Unlimited, * MMC endorsed ...

Serves as a deck Watch Officer and assists the Master and senior deck officers in carrying out ... Third Mate Any Gross Tons Upon Oceans (or higher), and Radar Observer - Unlimited. * MMC endorsed ...

Deck Officer - 3rd Mate Unlimited * Radar Observer * Able Seaman Unlimited * Lifeboatman * Tankerman PIC * Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following: * Be ...

3rd Officer

Miami, FL ยท On-site

This role contributes to safe navigation, deck operations, and readiness for emergencies. The 3rd Officer may work independently or as part of the bridge team, performing watchkeeping, safety checks ...

Third Engineer Deck

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$108K - $143K/yr

As Third Engineer Deck, you are essential to the safe and efficient operation of our vessels' deck ... CoC with competency level III/1 "Officer in charge of an Engineering Watch" or higher, with no ...

$75K - $99K/yr

As Third Engineer Deck, you are essential to the safe and efficient operation of our vessels' deck ... CoC with competency level III/1 "Officer in charge of an Engineering Watch" or higher, with no ...

Mate Unlimited

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

The 2nd Mate is a licensed deck officer responsible for the safe navigation and operations of the ... The 3rd Mate is an entry-level officer position responsible for safety and security duties ...

A third mate is a licensed member of the deck department of a merchant ship. The third mate is a watchstander and customarily the ship's safety officer and fourth-in-command. The position is junior ...

A third mate is a licensed member of the deck department of a merchant ship. The third mate is a watchstander and customarily the ship's safety officer and fourth-in-command. The position is junior ...

STCW * II/1: Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch * II/4: Rating Forming Part of a ... Deck * IV/2: GMDSS Operator * VI/1: Basic Safety Training * VI/2: Survival craft, Rescue Boats * VI ...

Third Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$285 - $306/day

Performs bridge navigation and deck watch during specified periods as assigned by the Captain ... Acts as shipboard Waste Management Officer. * Responsible for Integrated Pest Management Plan as ...

Third Mate

Seattle, WA

$285 - $306/day

Performs bridge navigation and deck watch during specified periods as assigned by the Captain ... Acts as shipboard Waste Management Officer. * Responsible for Integrated Pest Management Plan as ...

Third Mate

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$285 - $306/day

Performs bridge navigation and deck watch during specified periods as assigned by the Captain ... Acts as shipboard Waste Management Officer. * Responsible for Integrated Pest Management Plan as ...

Third Assistant Engineer

Iselin, NJ ยท On-site

$39.38/hr

In addition, all licensed officers must have all applicable training as required by the Convention ... deck in rough seas during equipment maintenance Extreme temperatures On deck in tropics and high ...

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How much do third deck officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for third deck officer in the United States is $62,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Third Deck Officer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,148 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Licensed Deck Officer

Middleburg Heights, OH โ€ข On-site

Interlake Steamship Company
Water Transportationย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

 

Our Deck Officers, referred to as Mates, are responsible for the safe navigation of our vessels and cargo operations. Engine Department Officers, referred to as Engineers, are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our vessels' machinery and propulsion plants. 

Many of our officers were previously employed as unlicensed seamen on our vessels. Unlicensed seamen must first meet minimum sea time requirements and take US Coast Guard license exams in order to obtain a license as a Mate/First Class Pilot or Third Assistant Engineer.

All of our officers are members of the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (M.E.B.A.), the nation’s oldest maritime labor union, established in 1875. 

All Interlake officers receive room and board while employed aboard one of our vessels. We also provide paid vacation, pension, medical, and education benefits through M.E.B.A.
 

Deck Officers (Mates)

All Great Lakes deck officers must meet the following requirements: 

  • Valid US Coast Guard license as Mate (Great Lakes)
  • Endorsement as First Class Pilot Of Any Gross Tons Upon The Great Lakes Between Duluth, Gary And Buffalo
  • Valid Unlimited Radar Observer endorsement
  • Valid FCC Marine Radio Operator Permit - See FCC Application Form 605
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Card
  • Current physical examination
  • Current Department of Transportation Drug Screen
  • Legally eligible to be employed in the United States (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment) 
  • Requirements for First Class Pilots can be found in the US Code of Federal Regulations or by contacting the US Coast Guard Regional Examination Center in Toledo, Ohio.