Responsibilities
- Performs assigned task including bridge watch
- Performs a variety of duties to preserve the painted surfaces of the ship. Daily maintenance, sanitation, general upkeep, lines, running gear, and cargo-handling gear in safe operating conditions
- Report any shortcomings, inaccuracies, or conflicts in any portion of the MS to the Master
Marine Functions
Adhere to and comply with company policies, USCG, and environmental regulationsWorks a rotation involving 12 hours in a 24 hour period with occasional hours not to exceed 14 consecutive hoursCleans, paints and does general housekeeping on the vesselResponsible for handling lines for the mooring of the vesselStands watch as a lookout for any safety concern of the vessel or crew. The lookout maintains a continuous watch of the surrounding area to report any kind of hazards that can be an obstacle in the navigation and cause harm to the ship or crew. The Lookout must give uninterrupted attention at all times to the ship's navigation in order to inform the OICNW of any hazards. The Lookout must be competent in using the vessel's General Alarm should the OICNW directs activating the General Alarm.Breaks out, rigs, overhauls, and stows cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gearOverhauls lifeboats and lifeboat gear and lowers or raises lifeboats with winch or fallsPaints and chips rust on the deck or superstructure splices and repairs cable and ropes using hand toolsSweeps and mops vessels interiorTurns the wheel on bridge or uses emergency steering to steer the vessel as directed by the Master / MateMay be concerned with only one phase of duties, as maintenance of ship's gear and decks or watch dutiesParticipates in safety and rescue drills for emergency situationsProvides and / or assist with trainingAssembles rigging to lift and move equipment or material on board the vesselGives direction to Overhead Crane Operator engaged in hoisting using radio or hand signalsPerforms any duty that may be required as part trainingCollects, dumps and clean garbage. Empties color-coded receptacles for segregated garbage to the appropriate storage or processing locationHolds a valid Merchant Mariner CredentialEmergency Response Functions
Safety Sensitive Duties : Include but are not limited to; directing and mustering passengers in emergencies, passing out lifejackets, controlling and operating lifesaving equipment, controlling and operating firefighting equipmentSafety Sensitive Position : Is any position aboard a vessel that requires the person filling that position to perform one or more safety-sensitive duties on either a routine or emergency only basis. Any person filling a safety-sensitive position is subject to U.S Coast Guard drug & alcohol testing. All crew members are considered to be filling safety sensitive positions as well.Ensures first aid is provided to victimsLaunches lifeboat / life raftsFirefighting and damage controlAssist on deck for man overboard crisisDirected by the Master / Mate to take appropriate actions at the scene of an emergencySecurity Functions
Designated Security DutiesHSE Responsibilities
Document and notify supervisor immediately of any accidents / illnesses / vessel incidents / near misses / etc.Participate and supervise the company’s safety programs (i.e. Safety Observations, Toolbox Talks, Permit to Work, Near Miss, Risk Assessments, etc.)Utilize “Stop Work Authority” if any personal safety, environmental risk, property damage or company reputation are at riskResponsible for ensuring the maintenance and use of all necessary PPEPerforms all duties while wearing protective equipment to include foul weather gear, PFD, gloves, boots, eye protection, hearing protection, etc.Responsible for ensuring and supervising the elimination of at-risk behaviors by reducing unsafe conditions and unsafe acts on and around the work siteSupervisory Functions
Responsible for imparting knowledge about the specific features, characteristics, and procedures of the vessel operations to crew members and the orientation of all new personnel aboard the vesselProvide on-the-job trainingEnsures that he / she is capable of navigating through and communicating the requirements and contents of the MS to company representatives, regulatory personnel and vessel crew-membersPerform any other additional duties that may be required or assignedWork Environment
Work in locations not accessible to definitive medical carePhysical Demands
Required to be able to read and write in English, calculate, have estimation skills, possess good verbal presentation, and be able to communicate effectivelyRequired to be able to tolerate repetitive and prolonged postures involving standing, sitting, twisting, squatting, kneeling, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, stretching, reaching and reaching to full range from above head to the floorRequired to be able to utilize good dexterity and frequently use one or two hands throughout the work periodRequired good balance / coordination when walking over uneven and / or slippery surfacesRequired to have sufficient cardio-respiratory fitness to perform medium-heavy physical labor involving the ability to sit and / or stand for extended time frames, walk for prolonged periods, handle various tools, climb ladders, and climb stairwellsSubject to adverse weather conditions including rough seas, cold, wet, elevated temperatures, and humid conditionsRequired to be able to lift at least 100 pounds from floor to waistRequired to be able to lift at least 75 pounds from floor to shoulderRequired to be able to lift at least 25 pounds from floor to headRequired to demonstrate 90 pounds of grip strength in dominate hand and 80 pounds in non-dominate handRequired to demonstrate physical demand requirements during initial pre-employment physical and any future physicals while employedAble to repeatedly walk the length of the vesselOther Duties :
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.