Coastal Transportation Inc Hiring for Second Mate Job at Alaska Full Time

The second mate’s job while underway consists of standing watch, navigating the Inside Passage and the waters of the Gulf of Alaska. On the Inside Passage, the Second Mate stands a watch under the tutelage of the captain or chief mate, learning the details of the route. Underway on the open sea, the second mate is in charge of his or her own watch. In port, a Second Mate participates in the physical work of cargo operations.

Two-thirds of the trip is underway time, standing watches. One-third of the 25-day trip is spent in cargo operations. Cargo operations are physical work in a cold environment. You must be able to lift heavy weights, up to 100 pounds. Tasks involved in cargo operation are: driving yard and stay cargo gear; operating lift trucks; slinging loads; working with lashing chain, chain binders, and dunnage. This is a fast-paced job, suitable for high-energy individuals.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENT: USCG uninspected coastwise 500 tons. Fishing

WORK SCHEDULES: Most mates work one voyage on, one voyage off. A voyage is usually 25-days long. If more than one voyage is sailed in a row, the crew generally gets 1 to 5 days off in Seattle.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $550.00 – $590.00 per day

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• USCG Mate’s License, Minimum 500 tons fishing (Required)

Work Location: On the road