First Mate

Systems Application & Technologies Inc•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring two First Mates to support its Range Support Crafts (RSCs) at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California. SA-TECH provides operations and maintenance support for home-ported RSC vessels, which provide fleet training support for the Southern California Tactical Training Range in the San Clemente Island Range Complex. This role is responsible for crew safety and safe vessel navigation when the Captain is absent. The position reports directly to the vessel Captain. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The work is conducted ashore and afloat on RSC vessels, with operations in varied weather and sea conditions. Typical periods at sea are three to five days, although vessels may remain at sea for multiple days without returning to port. Overtime is required, and normal shipboard physical activity is expected. Applicants must live in the Port Loma area. Pay is listed as $43.32 per hour, plus $7.75 per hour for Health & Wellness through the Union. Underway rates are $642.48 for days one through five, and $839.76 for the sixth and seventh days.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience working as a Mate of a 500GT vessel, managing personnel and operational schedules.
Demonstrable knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
Mandatory USCG 500GT Mate Upon Near Coastal Water credential and valid medical certificate.
Current driver's license and eligibility for coverage under the company's vehicle insurance policy while driving work, government, or rental vehicles during working hours.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
Pass background screening, including SSN, driver record, and criminal background checks.
Must live in the Port Loma area.

Nice To Haves

Ten years of maritime-industry experience as a Captain of a 500GT vessel supervising personnel and operational schedules.
USCG 500GT Master Upon Near Coastal Waters credential with a valid medical certificate.

Responsibilities

Ensure crew safety and safe navigation of the vessel in the absence of the Captain.
Oversee daily operations of the deck department.
Coordinate large maintenance activities with the Engineering Department.
Participate in deck operations as needed.
Be responsible for all shipboard safety equipment.