2nd/3rd Mate Oceans

Foss Maritime • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Foss Maritime is hiring a union mate to support safe and reliable maritime services. The role includes training and practical experience in vessel maneuvering, port operations, customer service, engineering, safety, marine propulsion systems, towing configurations, and ship-assist methods. The mate is expected to understand the fundamentals of propulsion on the vessels they work on and develop skills in rigging, synthetic line care and utilization, ISM compliance, SMS and VMS procedures, and leadership. Candidates must complete TOAR (Mate of Tow) if they have not already obtained it and join the IBU within 30 days of hire.

Pay is $720 per day, with estimated annual compensation of $131,400 based on an even-time schedule of 182.5 working days per year. Foss offers a national PPO medical plan, dental and vision coverage, short-term disability, life insurance, a pension, optional 401(k) participation, and travel paid upfront by Foss. A sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 is available.

Requirements

• Hold a 500 Ton Mate Near Coastal/Oceans credential or 3rd Mate Unlimited credential.
• Have a valid Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Be able to climb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders, and balance while aboard vessels in a seaway.
• Be able to kneel, stoop, use stairs, reach overhead, and stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Train in vessel maneuvering, port operations, customer service, engineering, and safety.
• Train on and gain practical experience with marine propulsion systems, towing configurations, and ship-assist methods.
• Understand the fundamentals of propulsion on the vessels worked on.
• Gain training and practical experience in rigging, synthetic line care and utilization, ISM compliance, SMS and VMS procedures, and leadership development.
• Complete TOAR (Mate of Tow) if not already obtained.
• Join the IBU (Inland Boatman's Union) within 30 days of hire.

Benefits

• Up to $3,000 sign-on bonus available.
• National PPO Plan (Premera Blue Shield).
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Short-term disability (stipend and medical continuation).
• Life insurance.
• Pension.
• Optional 401(k) plan participation.
• Travel paid upfront by Foss, including flights, hotels, rentals, and meals during travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed