Able Seaman​/Third Mates

Able Seaman/Third Mate role at Cross Sound Ferry Services, Inc

Cross Sound Ferry operates 8 passenger vehicle ferries and 3 high-speed passenger-only ferries between New London, CT and Orient Point, NY as well as New London, CT to Block Island, RI seasonally between May and October. Our vessels range from 100 Gross Tons to 1600 Gross Tons, carrying up to 100 vehicles and up to 600 passengers. Full-time, part-time and seasonal positions are available.

We offer competitive salaries, benefits, flexible scheduling and advancement opportunities.

• Handle mooring lines
• Perform appropriate deck watches
• Stand daily helm watch
• Maintain vessel cleanliness
• Actively participate in ongoing drills and training
• Direct vehicles on and off vessel
• Assist passengers on and off vessel
• Other duties assigned by Captain or Mate

• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Must be willing to work Saturday OR Sunday each week
• Valid Merchant Mariner Credential with minimum Able Seaman rating
• Valid Transportation Worker Identity Credential (TWIC)

• Entry level

• Full-time

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• Maritime Transportation