What are the responsibilities and job description for the Able Bodied Seaman - Marine position at Savage Services?
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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:
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
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
- 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
- High School Diploma
- Maritime Academy graduate preferred
- 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.
- A complete job description is available upon request
- Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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