Summary Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services and fuel distribution throughout South Central Southeast and Western Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us. Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailMate of Towing 200-1600 GT We are Alaska&8217s tug and barge company &8211 and are growing. Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services and fuel distribution throughout South Central Southeast and Western Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us. Why Cook Inlet Tug & Barge Simply put Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is a team of exceptional merchant mariners. If you are looking for adventure flexible seasonal work and enjoy what you do this is an opportunity of a lifetime Here you will be professionally challenged in a remote environment with a stunning backdrop to add to your life experiences. Benefits for your seasonal position may apply. If you are ready for an adventure we would love to hear from you We will be starting interviews for our upcoming summer season NOW Get your application in today at httpswww.cookinlettug.comcareers Roles and Responsibilities As Chief Mate you are responsible to the Captain for the safety and security of the vessel. Working at the direction of the Captain to perform various tasks such as Ensuring crew&8217s welfare and training in areas such as safety firefighting search and rescue. Ensure the safe navigation of the vessel while steering operating pushing and pulling barges and other vessels under tow while docking or unloading. Implement company policies and procedures and general maritime industry standards to maintain a safe work environment. Focus on water depth weather surging and other traffic. Keeping the tow wire clear of the bottom navigational aids and other vessels. Assist with inspections and conduct required drills training safety meetings and records per company policy to include essential notifications.QualificationsMate of Towing 200 GT near coastal Mate of Towing 500 GT near coastal or greater or 500 ITC Oceans with a Mate of Towing Vessels upon Oceans endorsement. TOAR 1600 GT oceans preferred. Any AB rating Able Seaman Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch RFPNW and Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boat with Life Boatman preferred. Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential required STCW HAZWOPER and PIC preferred. Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card TWIC. Valid state driver&8217s license. Valid United States Passport. Must be able to pass a criminal background check with qualifications to enter Canada. High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be eligible to work in the United States. Experience and Skills Two years of previous experience during the last 15 years as a Deckhand DeckhandEngineer or licensed deck officer preferred. Three years of sea-going experience on towing vessels preferred. A marine operations background and are familiar with shipyards tugs and oil barges preferred. Extensive knowledge of Maritime law and current updates. Skilled with equipment best suited to handle the job at hand. Working conditions Lodging and provisions on the vessel Transportation to and from the vessel provided by the company Must be physically fit to climb aboard tugs and barges ascend and descend ladders and balance while aboard vessels in a seaway kneel stoop use stairs reach overhead and stand for long periods. Comfortable with heights or narrow walkways. Must be able to work 12 hours a day every day for the full season. Exposure to all weather conditions rain ice snow heat wind etc.. Seasonal position &8212 four to six months. As leaders in our industry we take crew Health and Safety seriously Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance qualified women minorities individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We are a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
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