Crew - First Mate

About Foss Maritime

Foss Maritime is one of the most recognized and respected maritime brands in the U.combining a rich legacy with a forward-thinking approach to industry innovation. 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.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.

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

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

Assist with inspection of Tugs; 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.

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.

Pay for this position will be - $33.33 per hour.

• The benefit program includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.
• Long term disability insurance.
• 401k program with a 4% match, vested immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Business travel assistance program.
• Submit your application via our careers page. 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.

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.

33.33 Hourly