Mate, Class I Tug – Detroit, MI
Job Description:
Ensures vessel is prepared to sail at the scheduled time, is seaworthy, properly crewed and fitted to accomplished assigned mission.
Serves as timekeeper for the crew members and assists the Master to evaluate the crew’s performance.
Navigates the vessel during assigned watch.
Observes weather conditions, forecasts, barometer, wind velocity, and other weather indicators to determine suitableness for operation.
Works from plans or field notes showing location and extent of work to be performed in removing shoals from channel. Locates area and makes necessary arrangement for accomplishing work.
Enforces safety regulations and instructs crew both on safety work procedures and work practices peculiar to floating plant.
Assigns port watches for safety and security of vessel and creates the schedule and insures equitable assignment of these duties to employees.
Sets port watch schedule for safety and security of vessel. Ensures equitable assignment/rotation of workers.
Job Requirements:
XH-11 LEVEL:
Must have a current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Credential endorsements of:
a. Mate of Self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail of less than 500 gross register tons (GRT)upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters (or greater/equivalent).
b. Master of towing vessels upon Great Lakes and inland waters (or equivalent).
c. Radar Observer (Unlimited)
XH-09 LEVEL:
Must have a current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Credential endorsements of:
a. Mate of self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail of less than 500 gross register tons (GRT)upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters (or greater/equivalent)
b. Radar Observer (Unlimited)
Within two (2) years, must obtain a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Credential endorsements of:
a. Master of towing vessels upon Great Lakes and inland waters (or equivalent).
XH-07 LEVEL:
Must have a current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Credential endorsements of:
Mate of Self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail of less than 100 gross register tons (GRT)upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters (or greater/equivalent).
Within one (1) year, must obtain a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Credential endorsements of:
a. Mate of Self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail of less than 200 gross register tons (GRT)upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters (or greater/equivalent).
b. Radar Observer (Unlimited)
Within two (2) years, must obtain a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Credential endorsements of:
a. Mate of self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail of less than 500 gross register tons (GRT)upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters (or greater/equivalent)
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Abuse Testing Program. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R. Individual must pass drug test.
This position requires a pre-employment physical exam AND annual physical due to the physical requirement of the position.
Must possess and maintain a valid state issued motor vehicle driver's license.
This position requires incumbent to obtain and maintain a First Aid Certification.
This position requires incumbent to wear safety equipment and/or use personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed.
This position requires Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) up to 75% of duty time.
Shift work is required during open-water (lake) towing operations.
Please see "Additional Information" for continued CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT.
To Apply, Contact:
Apply at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/849828900
