Cargo Mate

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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 #IND1

Additional Information:

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