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Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.

Benefits you receive when working with Savage:

+ Travel assistance to & from vessel paid for by employer

+ A culture that appreciates team members

+ Profit Sharing

+ Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

+ Opportunity for growth

+ A commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible

Job Summary:

This position is based out of Tampa, FL.

The Cargo Mate is primarily responsible for conducting cargo operations, oversee deck hands, perform and supervise deck maintenance duties, and stand a navigational watch (Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW). The Cargo Mate reports directly to the Master for navigational duties and for maintenance and safety related duties, and additional duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

+ Performs inspection, testing and maintenance of deck and cargo machinery and systems as well as all firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment onboard.

+ The Cargo Mate performs Bridge Standing Orders, Logbook Maintenance, Bridge Checklists, Emergency Checklists, Emergency Drills and Exercises, Emergency Equipment Inspection, Emergency Instructions, Work-rest oversight and documentation, Crew Sign-on, Onboard Familiarization, and manage crew changes.

+ Obtain working knowledge of the Safety Management System and comply with all procedures outlined within as relating to the position.

+ Accurately report and record maintenance related activities.

Requirements/Qualifications:

+ Must hold the following USCG Merchant Mariner Credential international and national endorsements capable of foreign voyages:

+ International STCW Endorsements:

+ Officer In Charge of a Navigation Watch (STCW A-II/I-OINCW 500 Gross Tons or more), Able Seafarer-Deck (STCW II/5), RFPNW (STCW II/4), STCW Basic Safety Training (STCW VI/1), PSC (STCW VI/2), Vessel Security Officer (STCW VI/5), Medical First Aid Provider (STCW VI/4), and Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA).

+ USCG National Endorsements (Domestic):

+ 500 GRT Oceans or 1,600 GRT Oceans or higher, Mate Pilot of Towing Oceans (Master Towing Oceans preferred), Lifeboatman, Deck Officer – Radar Observer (Unlimited), and FCC License. Tankerman PIC Barge limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL) Cargoes.

+ Must have current USCG/STCW medical certificate, renewed every 2 years

+ Must have a valid TWIC card and Passport

Education/Experience:

+ High School diploma

+ Articulated Tug/Barge experience preferred

+ Caustic Soda experience is preferred

Physical Requirements:

+ Able to work in confined spaces, carrying heavy tools, climbing and descending ladders, consistently asked to lift and carry loads at least 40 pounds

+ Must have current USCG STCW Medical Certificate, renewed every 2 year

Additional Information:

+ A complete job description is available upon request

+ Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace

+ California Residents Job Application Privacy Notice (https://savageco.com/careers/california-residents-job-applicant-privacy-notice/)

Job Details

Job Family Skilled Player

Pay Type Hourly