Applications Security, Cargo/Freight, Change Management, FCC (Federal Communications Commission), Firefighting, First Aid, Healthcare Providers, Heavy Lifting, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Military, Record Keeping, Safety Equipment, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Testing, United States Coast Guard (USCG)
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Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation. Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.
Benefits you receive when working with Savage
- Travel assistance to and from vessel paid for by employer
- A culture that appreciates team members
- Profit Sharing
- Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k with match
- Opportunity for growth
- A commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible
Job Summary
This position is based out of Tampa, FL. The Cargo Chief Mate is primarily responsible for conducting cargo operations, overseeing deck hands, performing and supervising deck maintenance duties, and standing a navigational watch. The Cargo Chief Mate reports directly to the Master for navigational duties and for maintenance and safety-related duties and additional duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
- Performs inspection, testing, and maintenance of deck and cargo machinery and systems, as well as all firefighting, lifesaving, navigation, and safety equipment onboard.
- Performs Bridge Standing Orders, Logbook Maintenance, Bridge Checklists, Emergency Checklists, Emergency Drills and Exercises, Emergency Equipment Inspection, Emergency Instructions, Work-rest oversight, and documentation.
- Crew Sign-on, Onboard Familiarization, and manage crew changes.
- Obtain working knowledge of the Safety Management System and comply with all procedures outlined within as relating to the position.
- Accurately report and record maintenance-related activities.
- Assign tasks to Mates and ABs as required.
Requirements
- Must hold the following USCG Merchant Mariner Credential, international and national endorsements, capable of foreign voyages.
- International STCW Endorsements, Officer In Charge of a Navigation Watch STCW A-III-OINCW, 500 Gross Tons or more, Able Seafarer-Deck STCW II5 RFPNW, STCW II4, STCW Basic Safety Training, STCW VI1, PSC STCW VI2, Vessel Security Officer STCW VI5, Medical First Aid Provider STCW VI4, and Automatic Radar Plotting Aid ARPA.
- USCG National Endorsements, Domestic 500 GRT, Oceans or 1600 GRT Oceans or higher, Mate Pilot of Towing Oceans, Master Towing Oceans preferred, Lifeboatman, Deck Officer - Radar Observer Unlimited, and FCC License.
- Tankerman PIC Barge limited to Dangerous Liquid DL Cargoes.
- Must have current USCG STCW medical certificate renewed every 2 years.
- Must have a valid TWIC card and Passport.
Education, Experience, and Physical Requirements
- High School diploma
- Articulated TugBarge experience preferred
- Caustic Soda experience is preferred
- Able to work in confined spaces, carrying heavy tools, climbing and descending ladders, consistently asked to lift and carry loads at least 40 pounds.
- Must have current USCG STCW Medical Certificate renewed every 2 years.
Additional Information
- A complete job description is available upon request.
- Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.
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