Mate- Summer Seasonal

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge•Anchorage, AK

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is seeking a skilled Mate of Tow for the upcoming summer season (2026). This role involves supporting vessel operations in challenging Alaskan waters, contributing to safe navigation, efficient deck operations, and strong crew coordination. The position is ideal for maritime professionals who value seamanship, situational awareness, and hands-on vessel operations, with a defined seasonal schedule offering meaningful, high-impact work. Cook Inlet Tug & Barge emphasizes a crew-first safety culture and offers the opportunity to work on towing vessels supporting critical maritime logistics in remote Alaskan waters.

Requirements

Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential required/ STCW, HAZWOPER. Mate of Towing 200 GT near coastal
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
Valid state driver's license.
Valid United States Passport.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check with qualification to enter Canada.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Any AB rating (Able Seaman), Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW) and Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boat with Life Boatman (preferred).

Responsibilities

Ensuring crew's welfare and training in areas such as safety, firefighting, search and rescue.
Ensure the safe navigation of the vessel while steering, operating, pushing, and pulling barges and other vessels under tow, while docking, or unloading.
Implement company policies and procedures, and general maritime industry standards to maintain a safe work environment.
Focus on water depth, weather, surging and other traffic.
Keeping the tow wire clear of the bottom, navigational aids, and other vessels.
Assist with inspections and conduct required drills, training, safety meetings and records per company policy to include essential notifications.