Foss PNW Captain Trainee/Mate
Foss Maritime•Seattle, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
As a Mate, you’ll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and reliable maritime services. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and USCG Medical Certificate.
- Mate of Towing Vessels endorsement or ability to obtain through company qualification requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to safe vessel operations and crew development.
Nice To Haves
- 200 GRT Master license, 500 GRT Near Coastal Master License preferred.
- Experience in ship assist, harbor towing, escort towing, or related tugboat operations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Captain in the safe operation and navigation of harbor tugs engaged in ship assist, escort, docking, undocking, and harbor towing operations throughout Puget Sound.
- Direct deck operations including line handling, towing equipment operation, vessel mooring, and general deck maintenance.
- Coordinate with vessel pilots, terminal personnel, customers, and crew members to support safe and efficient vessel operations.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and the Foss Safety Management System (SMS) while promoting a strong safety culture and utilizing stop-work authority when necessary.
Benefits
- Opportunities for advancement in a legacy-rich company.
- Training and development programs.
- A culture rooted in safety, respect, and teamwork.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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