Mate - Bowhead Transport Company

4 days ago


Anchorage, Alaska, United States UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mate to join our team at Bowhead Transport Company. As a key member of our crew, you will be responsible for supervising and coordinating activities aboard our vessels, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise and coordinate activities of crew aboard ship
  • Assume command of ship in event ship captain becomes incapacitated
  • Inspect cargo deck of ship during loading to ensure that cargo is stowed according to specifications
  • Examine cargo-handling gear and lifesaving equipment and order crew to repair or replace defective gear and equipment
  • Supervise crew engaged in cleaning and maintaining decks, superstructure, and bridge of ship
  • Stand watch during specified periods and determine geographical position of ship, upon request of Master, using loran and azimuths of celestial bodies
Requirements
  • USCG Rated as Mate with corresponding STCW-95 endorsements
  • Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC) for vessels of at least 200 GRT with Corresponding STCW requirements
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) with at least six months prior to renewal
  • U.S. Citizenship and a valid U.S. Passport with at least six months prior to renewal
  • Valid Drivers' License with at least six months prior to renewal
  • 3 years Arctic Experience
Working Conditions
  • Cramped, confined spaces
  • May work in fog, dark, and other visibility limiting conditions
  • May be exposed to fuels, solvents, cleaners, dust, fumes, smoke, and gases
  • Will work on vessels in adverse weather conditions
  • Constant and loud engine noise, blowers, exhaust
  • Irregular working hours
  • Vibrations from vessel engines
  • Arctic marine environment including low temperatures, high wind, icing, plenty of moisture, and wave action
What We Offer

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans, as well as a paid time off program for eligible full-time employees.



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