Mate

Curtin Maritime•Jacksonville, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Curtin Maritime is hiring Mates I, II, and III for vessel assignments. Employees may live anywhere in the United States; the company coordinates and fully pays for travel to and from the vessel. Mates work directly with the Port Captain and Vessel Captain and uphold Curtin Maritime’s standards and core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency. The role provides leadership onboard, supports safe and efficient vessel operations, and develops crew members. The specific licenses, vessel proficiencies, and responsibilities vary by Mate level. Mate I is listed at $540 per day. Mate II is listed at $540–$660 per day, and Mate III at $660–$750 per day. Rates include a performance bonus. Employees may earn a 20% increase on their base day rate for the next scheduled hitch or month of work when they meet the criteria in the Curtin Standard Performance Bonus Checklist. Eligibility is evaluated at the end of a hitch for regular rotations or at the end of the month for local day work, and criteria must continue to be met to maintain eligibility. The position requires attention to detail, sound judgment under stressful or potentially dangerous conditions, responsibility and initiative, mentoring ability, strong communication, logistical and mechanical reasoning, and respect for the chain of command. Physical demands include traversing uneven ground and gangways, frequently bending and climbing, safely lifting at least 40 pounds, handling lines and wire rigging, operating deck machinery, working in poorly accessible areas, below decks, and in confined spaces, and performing emergency duties using onboard equipment. Curtin Maritime describes itself as a Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company with 25 years of industry experience and ongoing growth. The company offers competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, AD&D and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match. Employees may also elect additional life insurance and health or dependent flexible spending accounts.

Requirements

TWIC Card.
Minimum 200 GRT, Near Coastal with Mate of Towing Vessels, or 500 GRT Mate, Near Coastal with TOAR.
CG Medical Certificate.
MROP FCC License.
Radar Unlimited.
STCW Basic Training.
Passport.
Mate II additionally requires STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and completion of Curtin Maritime’s Deckhand Training Manual.
Mate III requires the licenses and requirements listed for Mate I and Mate II, plus VSO.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to make safe, effective decisions and maintain focus in stressful situations, including potentially dangerous conditions.
Responsibility, ownership, and proactive approach to tasks.
Ability to mentor and support the development of others.
Superior communication skills, including the ability to communicate with office staff and instruct or train crew at multiple levels.
Strong logistical and mechanical reasoning, including the ability to plan and execute voyages and understand vessel mechanics and movement.
Ability to understand and respect the chain of command and take direction.
Ability to traverse uneven ground and gangways at various heights; bend, stoop, or squat frequently; and climb high steps or ladders several times a day.
Ability to safely lift at least 40 pounds and move heavy, large, or awkward equipment.
Physical dexterity and strength to handle lines, make up tows with wire rigging, operate deck machinery, and work on poorly accessible equipment.
Ability to work below decks in areas that may experience periods of darkness and to work in confined spaces.
Ability to perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard the vessel.
Ability to maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness.
Mate I proficiencies include performing all Deckhand 2 duties; general understanding of Curtin vessel operating standards; introductory boat handling, crew management, voyage planning, and meteorological knowledge; basic engine-room knowledge; and ability to complete Vessel Management System forms and reports.
Mate II proficiencies include all DH 3 skills; vessel operation and basic maneuvering; basic engine-room knowledge and mechanical repair; advanced crew management; work planning with the Captain or Chief; short- and long-term voyage planning; maintaining inventories; and advanced Vessel Management System proficiency.
Mate III proficiencies include developing skilled operation of inland tugs, push boats, and coastal tugs, including working in current; coastwise single-barge, hip, and push towing; and planning voyages and work for these operations.
Mate III must be proficient in all Vessel Management System modules, able to train others, and diligent and thorough in official logbook and other required records.

Nice To Haves

Oceans endorsement.
Able Seaman.
VSO is listed as a preferred license for Mate I.
For Mate II: STCW Advanced Fire Fighting and STCW Medical Care Provider.
For Mate III: STCW BRM, STCW OICNW, 500 Ton Near Coastal Master of Towing Vessels, and 200 GRT Master.

Responsibilities

Assist the Captain as directed.
Train and develop crew members in internal procedures, leading by example.
Plan and execute voyages with a focus on efficiency and safety.
Foster crew morale and a positive working environment.
Manage crew activities related to vessel upkeep.
Maintain the Vessel Management System, overall compliance, and reporting.
At Mate III level, assign projects to crew, hold oneself and the crew accountable, and enforce the Curtin Standard.
At Mate III level, maintain professionalism with Curtin staff, regulators, customers, agents, and crews; coach crew members and provide performance feedback.
At Mate III level, assist with large projects, drydocking management, and vessel commissioning.
Perform the vessel proficiencies and compliance duties associated with the applicable Mate level, including recordkeeping and, at higher levels, training others in the Vessel Management System.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Short-term disability coverage.
AD&D and life insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Option to elect additional life insurance for the employee and dependents.
Option to elect a health flexible spending account.
Option to elect a dependent flexible spending account.
Fully paid, company-coordinated travel to and from the vessel.
Performance bonus opportunity, including a potential 20% increase on the base day rate for the next scheduled hitch or month of work when eligibility criteria are met.