Able Seaman

Calista Corporation • Marine, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Brice Marine delivers essential transportation services to project sites that would otherwise be inaccessible. They have decades of experience in marine logistics in extreme conditions, using custom-designed tug/barge systems to transport crews, equipment, fuel, and materials to critical project sites across Alaska. Since 1973, Brice Marine has created advancement opportunities for crew members who demonstrate skill and dedication, with many captains having started as deckhands. Brice Marine is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of over 20 companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of Able Seaman experience required.
• Current MMC with AB endorsement required.
• Basic Safety and Firefighting training required.
• Current TWIC card required.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a Coast Guard physical exam for merchant mariners.
• Ability to pass drug, driving (if applicable) and background screenings.
• Knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures to promote the safe and effective operations of a cargo vessel.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for moving cargo by sea.
• Advanced knowledge on appropriate use of the emergency equipment located on the boat.
• Able to perform tasks and solve practical problems normally encountered by a deckhand, including knot selections, and tying, hazard avoidance, and safely responding to orders.
• Able to use equipment necessary to perform tasks of deckhand.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to be reliable, responsible, and dependable and able to fulfill obligations.
• Ability to be careful about details and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to solve problems, make clear rational decisions in a crisis, and clearly formulate and communicate instruction, coupled with the ability to perform both short and long-term planning to accomplish vessel and company goals.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to remain focused and aware of surroundings.
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule sometimes including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy preferred.
• Previous Alaska water navigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on a vessel as an entry-level deckhand of a cargo vessel with additional duties in the engine room.
• Act as a qualified member of the deck department, potentially working as a watch stander and/or deck worker.
• Maintain and operate deck equipment onboard the vessel.
• Perform mooring operations.
• Make and break tow.
• Assist with the loading, lashing, unlashing, and discharge of cargo.
• Clean the tug and barges.
• Assist with the handling of fuel and freight.
• Act as lookout and maintain watch on deck and in the engine room.
• Assist the Chief Engineer when required.
• Perform general maintenance, repair, sanitation, and upkeep of material, equipment, and areas in the deck department.
• Operate deck machinery, such as the windlass or winches while mooring or unmooring, and to operate cargo gear.
• Perform the job in a safe and seamanlike manner in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and state and federal regulations, performing only functions and tasks for which he/she has been trained.
• Follow the safety, company policy manual, and other material provided by the company.
• Work and live on the vessel for extended periods of time.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution once you have worked 6 months or worked 1000 hours of service whichever occurs first.
• Competitive wages
• Paid time off
• Career development programs
• 401k with company matching
• Tuition assistance
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED