First Mate
About The Position
Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring two First Mates to support its home-ported Range Support Crafts (RSC) at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego, California. The RSCs provide fleet training support for the Southern California Tactical Training Range in the San Clemente Island Range Complex. Typical at-sea periods are three to five days; this is not a position involving extended live-at-sea conditions. Applicants must live in the Point Loma area. The First Mate is responsible for crew safety and safe vessel navigation when the Captain is absent. The role reports directly to the vessel Captain, oversees daily deck department operations, coordinates major maintenance activities with the Engineering Department, participates in deck operations as needed, and is responsible for shipboard safety equipment. Work takes place both ashore and aboard vessels, in varied weather and sea conditions. Vessels frequently remain at sea for multiple consecutive days. Overtime is required, and normal shipboard physical activity is expected. The position is full-time and non-exempt. 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 1–5 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.
- USCG 500GT Mate Upon Near Coastal Waters credential and a valid medical certificate.
- Demonstrable knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
- Current driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the company’s vehicle insurance policy when 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 it throughout employment.
- Pass background screening, including Social Security number, driver record, and criminal background checks.
- Must live in the Point 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 and a valid medical certificate.
Responsibilities
- Ensure crew safety and safe navigation of the vessel in the Captain’s absence.
- Oversee daily deck department operations.
- Coordinate large maintenance activities with the Engineering Department.
- Participate in deck operations as needed.
- Manage all shipboard safety equipment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education assistance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Vacation and sick leave
- Employee recognition
- Continuous training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
- Competitive employee benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
