Mate; First or Second

Description

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. (CPC) is seeking a qualified, professional candidate to support the EPA 180‑foot Research Vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian. The ship sails extensively throughout the Great Lakes from April through October and is home‑ported in Milwaukee, WI. R/V Lake Guardian is the largest vessel in the U.S. EPA fleet and is used to sample water, aquatic life, sediments, and air to assess the overall health of the Great Lakes ecosystem.

R/V Lake Guardian, 600 E Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI

No relocation offered for this position.

R/V Lake Guardian, 600 E Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI

$366.64–$405.40 per day, plus significant PTO pay‑out.

Non‑Exempt.

Yes.

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. (CPC) is seeking a qualified, professional candidate to support the EPA 180-foot Research Vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian. The ship sails extensively throughout the Great Lakes from April through October and is home‑ported in Milwaukee, WI. R/V Lake Guardian is the largest vessel in the U.S. EPA fleet and is used to sample water, aquatic life, sediments, and air to assess the overall health of the Great Lakes ecosystem.

• Stand watch and assist the Captain in navigation and maneuvering of the ship. Maintain navigational equipment and update charts.
• Conduct regular safety drills and inspections, ensuring compliance with maritime safety regulations.
• Oversee maintenance and cleanliness of the deck and superstructure, including equipment. Manage the upkeep of the ship’s hull, rigging, and deck machinery.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of deck officers and crew.
• Maintain logs and records related to navigation, supplies, and safety. Prepare reports for the Captain and company management.
• Act as a liaison between the Captain and the deck crew.
• Communicate with port authorities, agents, and other ships.

• The minimum licensing requirement for the Chief Mates is a valid license issued by the USCG with endorsement as Mate of Self‑Propelled Vessels of Unlimited Tonnage upon Great Lakes and Inland waters with licensing or MMC officer endorsement required to serve as a pilot on a vessel in the Great Lakes as specified in 46 CFR 15.812.
• Experience serving as a Mate onboard research vessels is desirable.
• Must be able to work collegially with scientists, natural resource managers, and educators.
• Must be a member, or willing to become a member of the International Organization of Masters, Mates, and Pilots union.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check.
• Must maintain a U.S. passport as well as have a valid U.S. state‑issued driver’s license.

CPC is an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

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.