• Cargo Mate

    Savage (Norfolk, VA)


    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.

    Job Summary:

    This position is based in 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

    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 years

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    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