Job Description

Able Seaman, Seward AK

We are Alaska's tug and barge companyand are growing.

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services throughout South Central and Western Alaska. Visit 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 steady year-round work and enjoy what you do, this is an 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.

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Roles and Responsibilities

As an Able Seaman (AB) you will be responsible to keep our vessels in a state of readiness and keep things running smoothly.

Working at the direction of the Captain to perform various tasks such as:

• Maintain the vessel in a constant and proper state of repair and operational readiness by completing required vessel inspections, cleaning tasks, and general maintenance of the boat.
• Engine room duties as assigned.
• Maintain a watch system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equipment used will include winches, capstan, pike pole, and pumps.

You are an integral part of the team, maintaining a safe work environment on the vessel by implementing company policies, procedures, and general maritime industry-standards.

Qualifications:

• Able Bodied (AB) Seaman endorsement.
• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• QMED rating preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, equivalent experience will be considered.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Experience and Skills:

• Two years previous experience as an AB
• Two years of sea-going experience on towing vessels (preferred).

Working conditions:

• Lodging and provisions on the vessel.
• 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.
• Exposure to all weather 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. Cook Inlet Tug and Barge LLC

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work,

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