ATB Mate

McAllister Towing•New York, NY

About The Position

The ATB Mate assists the Master in managing vessel operations, crew, and assigned tugs and barges. The Mate reports to the vessel Captain, supervises the Deck Department at the Captain’s direction, and acts on the Master’s behalf while on watch. If the Master is incapacitated, the Chief Mate assumes the Master’s duties and responsibilities. The role requires adherence to company policies, procedures, and the Quality Safety Management System, along with helping ensure safe, efficient operations and projecting a positive company image. Operational duties include voyage planning, safe navigation, watch standing, submitting required Notices of Arrival, supervising cargo and ballast operations and deck personnel, preparing cargo loading plans, maintaining cargo equipment and deck gear, participating in barge loading and discharge as PIC, and assisting with vessel logs and paperwork. The Mate also monitors or performs tug and barge maintenance under the Master’s direction. Safety and regulatory duties include maintaining vessel documentation and certificates, monitoring compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental objectives, managing safety and lifesaving equipment and inspections, enforcing safety procedures and PPE requirements, conducting drills and inspections under the Master’s direction, and undertaking assigned emergency-response duties. The position requires a current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Mate rating, STCW certification, Person In Charge – Liquid Gas qualification, a GMDSS Operator Permit, a valid TWIC, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least two years as Mate aboard a tug or towing vessel. Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical. The work has significant physical requirements, including adequate vision and hearing, extended walking and standing on wet surfaces, handling heavy lines and machinery, climbing, lifting, and pulling specified weights.

Requirements

Current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Mate rating.
STCW certification.
Person In Charge – Liquid Gas qualification.
GMDSS Operator Permit.
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of experience as Mate aboard a tug or towing vessel.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and pre-employment physical.
Adequate vision, with no color blindness or impairment that cannot be corrected with prescription lenses.
Adequate hearing.
Ability to walk and stand on wet surfaces for extended periods.
Ability to handle heavy lines and operate heavy machinery.
Ability to climb a 12-foot ladder without assistance.
Ability to hoist oneself up and over a 12-inch-wide, 6-foot-high barrier.
Ability to lift 100 lbs. from deck to waist level, 50 lbs. from deck to shoulder level, and 35 lbs. from deck to overhead.
Ability to pull (drag) 120 lbs. at least 20 feet.

Responsibilities

Assist the Master in managing vessel operations, crew, and assigned tugs and barges.
Supervise the Deck Department at the Captain’s direction and provide personnel instruction and supervision as directed.
Assume the Master’s duties and responsibilities if the Master is incapacitated, as Chief Mate.
Follow company policies, procedures, and the Quality Safety Management System.
Ensure safe and efficient vessel operations and project a positive company image.
Act on the Master’s behalf while on watch.
Plan voyages, navigate safely, stand watch, and submit required Notices of Arrival.
Supervise deck operations for cargo and ballasting, as well as routine preventive maintenance, painting, cleaning, equipment maintenance, and repair.
Verify and maintain cargo-related equipment and deck gear in operational condition.
Prepare cargo loading plans and monitor cargo and ballast operations.
Supervise deck crew members during tug maneuvers.
Participate in barge loading and discharging and act as PIC.
Assist the Master with completing, submitting, and maintaining vessel logs and paperwork.
Monitor or perform maintenance tasks on the tug and barge under the Master’s direction.
Review and maintain tug and barge documentation and certificates, and notify shore-side personnel of deficiencies.
Monitor operations for compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental objectives.
Manage safety and lifesaving equipment and inspections.
Comply with and enforce company safety procedures and work rules, including proper PPE use.
Perform assigned firefighting, man-overboard, and abandon-ship duties on the Station Bill.
Conduct drills, safety meetings, and vessel inspections under the Master’s direction.
Act as on-scene leader for emergency operations under the Master’s direction.
Perform other duties assigned by the Master.