MATE- Anchorage Harbor

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge•Anchorage, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge, Alaska's tug and barge company since 1924, is growing and seeking exceptional merchant mariners for seasonal work. This is an opportunity for adventure, flexible seasonal work, and professional challenge in a remote environment. The company specializes in harbor services and fuel distribution throughout South Central, Southeast, and Western Alaska.

Requirements

Mate of Towing 200 GT near coastal, Mate of Towing 500 GT near coastal or greater, or 500 ITC Oceans with a Mate of Towing Vessels upon Oceans endorsement. (TOAR)
Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential required
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 qualifications to enter Canada.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

1600 GT oceans (preferred).
Any AB rating (Able Seaman), Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW) and Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boat with Life Boatman (preferred).
STCW, HAZWOPER, and PIC (preferred).
Two years of previous experience during the last 15 years as a Deckhand, Deckhand/Engineer or licensed deck officer (preferred).
Three years of sea-going experience on towing vessels (preferred).
A marine operations background and are familiar with shipyards, tugs, and oil barges (preferred).
Extensive knowledge of Maritime law and current updates.
Skilled with equipment best suited to handle the job at hand.

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.