Mate
Anchorage, AK 
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Mate of Towing 200 GT -- Harbor Division We are Alaska's tug andbarge company- and are growing. Cook Inlet Tug & Bargehasprovidedmarine 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 &Bargeisa team ofexceptionalmerchant mariners. If you are looking forsteady year-round work andenjoy what you do,this isan opportunity of a lifetime! We are committed to employee safety and take pride in our professional operations. We offer competitive pay and a full package of benefits to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more to our full-time employees. Get your application in today at: https://www.cookinlettug.com/careers! Roles and Responsibilities As a 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's 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. * Other duties as assigned, including, working on deck and barges. Qualifications: * Mate of Towing 200 GT inland (near coastal preferred) with Towing Endorsement (TOAR) required. * 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 and PIC (preferred). * Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). * Valid state driver's license. * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Must be eligible to work in the United States. Experience and Skills: * Two (2) years of previous experience as a Deckhand operating harbor tugs with ASD propulsion (preferred). * Z drive experience highly preferred. * Three (3) years of sea-going experience on towing vessels (preferred). * Marine operations background and familiar with shipyards and tugs(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. * Must bephysicallyfittoclimb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders and balance while aboard vessels in aseaway; kneel,stoop, use stairs, reach overhead, and stand forlong periods. * Comfortable with heights or narrow walkways. * Must be able to work 12 hours a day every day. * Exposure toallweather conditions(rain, ice, snow, heat,wind, etc.). * Year-round work, typical shift is two weeks on/off. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2 years
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