Chief Mate Oceans

UP TO $5K SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE

About Foss Maritime

Foss Maritime is one of the most recognized and respected maritime brands in the U.S. combining a rich legacy with a forward-thinking approach to industry innovation. While deeply rooted in tradition Foss is evolving at a fast pace continuously setting new standards for operational excellence and sustainability.

With operations spanning all U.S. coasts and global transportation projects Foss is a leader in harbor and terminal towage tug and barge transportation and offshore energy solutions including traditional energy and offshore wind projects. Our primary operations are on the U.S. West Coast Alaska and Hawaii.

As part of the Saltchuk family of companies Foss is a values-driven organization that takes pride in its exceptional team commitment to safety and dedication to customer success. With a culture built on integrity innovation and collaboration Foss Maritime remains a trusted leader in the maritime industry.

About the Role

As Chief Mate youll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and reliable maritime services. Youll work alongside a dedicated team that values professionalism collaboration and continuous improvement.

What Youll Do

• Assist the captain with towing docking and unloading barges and other vessels from port to port.
• Steer operate push and pull barges as directed by the captain to its perspective destinations and/or berths.
• While towing monitor water depth weather surging and other traffic keeping the tow wire which at times is at great length clear of the bottom navigational aids and other vessels.
• Directly operate winches engines generators and electrical systems along with wheelhouse navigational electronics and devices.
• Analyze each job to determine what equipment is best suited to handle the job.
• Utilize platforms onboard to maintain vessel documents (Helm).
• Enter hours worked for crew members
• Follow proper procedures when handling emergency situations.
• Assist with inspection of Tugs; ensure compliance and learning the Foss SMS/ ISM/VMS.
• Responsible for the safety of the vessel and crew while docked as well as for the safe movement and navigation of the vessel and their tows while underway.

What Were Looking For

• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Document or Merchant Mariner Credential (minimum USCG 1600 GT Mate upon Oceans License with Mate of Towing Vessels upon Oceans and STCW).
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Passport & USCG issued Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of two years vessel experience as a Deckhand Deckhand/Engineer or licensed deck officer experience.

What We Offer

• Pay for this position is $800 per estimated annual compensation is $146000 based on an even-time schedule of 182.5 working days per year.
• The benefit program includes medical dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Long term disability insurance.
• 401k program with a 4% match vested immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Travel -- paid for upfront by Foss (including any flights hotels rentals meals during travel.)
• Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates.
• All other benefits as required by law

How to Apply

Ready to set sail with Foss Submit your application via our careers page. If you need any assistance please reach out to We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Drug Free Workplace
Foss Maritime Company LLC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Foss Maritime Company LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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