• Able Bodied Seaman - Marine

    Savage (Houston, TX)


    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.

     

    We are seeking a qualified Able-Bodied Seamen (AB) for an The AB assists with the operation and maintenance of deck & cargo machinery, performs watch-standing & lookout duties while at sea, and performs tasks as assigned by Deck Officers. When transferring cargo, the Able-Bodied Seamen assists the Deck Officer by standing a cargo watch. The Able-Bodied Seamen report directly to the Chief Mate for cargo, maintenance, and safety related duties, and the OICNW for navigational duties.

    Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

    + USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with the following endorsements:

    + International and national endorsements capable of foreign voyages:

    + Able Seafarer-Deck (STCW II/5),

    + RFPNW (STCW II/4),

    + Basic Safety Training (BST) (STCW VI/1),

    + Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSC) (STCW VI/2),

    + Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) (STCW VI/6)

    + National (Domestic) Endorsements:

    + Able Bodied Seaman Unlimited,

    + Lifeboatman

    + Tankerman Assistant limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL) Cargoes PIC endorsement is preferred

    + USCG STCW and National Medical Certificate

    + TWIC card

    + U. S. Passport

    Job Responsibilities:

    + Assists the Chief Mate with inspection, testing, and maintenance of deck and cargo machinery

    + Assist as directed with the inspections, testing, and maintenance of all lifesaving and safety equipment

    + Participate in all required Fire, Emergency, Abandon ship and safety/security Training Drills and exercises

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

    + Maintain a fixed daily work rotation as per STCW Work Rest guidelines

    + Day for Day Rotation work schedule (avg. 35 day on/35 day off rotation)

    + Housekeeping, cooking, cleaning, and painting

    + Perform duties as directed by the Master and deck officers in a safe and efficient manner

    + Obtain intimate knowledge with ammonia related equipment and machinery

    + Stand navigation, cargo, and security watches

    Education/Experience:

    + High School Diploma

    + Maritime Academy graduate preferred

    Physical Requirements:

    + Physical Ability as required by the U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certification (Form CG-719K).

    + Able to work, lift and carry loads greater than 40 pounds, climbing and descending ladders.

    Additional Information:

    + A complete job description is available upon request

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

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    Job Details

    Job Family Skilled Player

     

    Pay Type Hourly