Mate- Ship, Boat, and Barge perform the work for captains on vessels. Supervises and coordinates the activities for the crew aboard the ship. Being a Mate- Ship, Boat, and Barge possesses necessary certifications. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Additionally, Mate- Ship, Boat, and Barge relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Summary:
The 1st Mate assists the Master with the safe operation of vessels during appointed shifts, oversight of vessel staff and supervision of offloading of all cargos. The incumbent communicates with the main office, reporting to the vessel Captain, and works under direction of the Vitus Marine Port Captain
The 1st Mate will provide direction to the crew, including setting crew schedules, directing crew as required with assignments of maintenance, cooking, cleaning, watch standing, and other such activities required to be implemented by the Master.
The incumbent provides safety leadership as well as confirms vessel and crew compliance with company policy and procedures. Conducts fire and boat drills, maintains records of stores and equipment in the deck department and approves requisitions.
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(1 year of directly related work experience may qualify to substitute 1 year of education to meet the education requirement)
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Physical Demand/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to type, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must be capable of ascending and descending stairs or ladders safely.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform all required tasks in a safe manner. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be loud on occasion. Work is usually done on a towboat and sometimes, at a job site. The position supervises exempt, non-exempt, and contracted staff.
The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
The employee must be able to physically travel by a variety of convention and non-conventional modes.
Disclaimer: The above job description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be construed as a complete job listing of all duties, which may be required from day-to-day.
Vitus Energy, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.