First Mate

O'Hara Corporation • Seattle, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mates stand watch and manage the operation of the vessel as directed by the Captain. They supervise and direct deck personnel during fishing operations and port calls, and coordinate with other vessel departments during fishing operations, offload, backload, and during the transfer of personnel. Mates inspect all areas of the vessel on an ongoing basis to ensure proper storage of supplies and product. They maintain records, reports, and documents as required by the company, the US Coast Guard, and other agencies. Mates also conduct safety drills and train the crew in performing safe work practices in accordance with OSHA, company policy, and other guidelines. Additionally, Mates provide emergency or routine medical assistance to the crew and coordinate for the proper transfer of crew requiring additional medical care. Mates may perform the work of a deckhand as necessary.

Requirements

• USCG Mate’s License (min. 500 tons) required
• Catcher processor captain experience.
• USCG Medical Emergency response training.
• USCG Drill Instructor training.
• Earned High School Diploma or GED. Education verification will be required prior to hire.
• 24 months or more of relevant verifiable work experience in the last 4 years.
• Ability to understand and have the ability to communicate in English for emergency, safety, and training purposes is required.
• Use interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Live and work with others in close quarters.
• Be away from medical care and supervision for 3+ months at a time.
• Share crew quarters, bathroom facilities, and common dining areas with other crew members.
• Discern between various shades of color for reading navigational equipment, charts, identifying and sorting various fish species as well as for safety signs, alarms and warnings.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug tests per USCG regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform vessel navigation and fishing operations of the vessel as directed by captain to include but not limited to: Commercial fishing equipment – Net reel, trawl gear, winches, cranes; Navigational equipment – Sonar, radar, fathometer, GPS; Communications equipment – VHF, satellite, telex, radio
• Supervise bridge watch standing activities.
• Supervise and direct all deck personnel.
• Supervise all operations of the vessel not involving the direct operation of the factory.
• Coordinate with all vessel departments and supervise on a continual basis.
• Manage all at-sea medical and emergency operations.
• Provide direct medical care to injured crew as necessary.
• Direct the transfer of crew on and off the vessel.
• Maintain ships log and prepare all reports as required by the company, USCG and other regulatory agencies.
• Inspect vessel areas on a regular basis to ensure safe operation and the proper storage of supplies and product.

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance is offered to employees and qualified dependents, if elected.
• 401(k) with employer match after one year of employment, if elected.
• Meals, snacks, and beverages provided including diverse cuisine options while at sea.
• O’Hara will book and pre-pay flight and lodging from Point of Hire- Seattle, WA to Dutch Harbor, AK.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees