Ordinary Seaman

JOB SUMMARY

The Ordinary Seaman holds a position as entry‑level deckhand with additional duties in the engine room and is a qualified member of the deck department that may work as a watch stander and/or day work.

Brice Marine LLC – Temporary

• Performs duties in a safe and sea manlike manner in accordance with all company policies, procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Study the safety manual, company policy manual, and other material provided by the company. This is essential to smoothly integrate an entry‑level deckhand into a useful, safe member of a vessel crew.
• Assist with the loading, lashing, unlashing and discharge of cargo.
• Complete only tasks for which this position has been trained for. When in doubt ask for clarification or instructions on any procedures and/or policies.
• Cleans the tug and barges and assists with the handling of fuel and freight.
• Act as lookout and maintain watch on deck and in the engine room.
• Assist engineer when required.
• Handle mooring lines and operate deck machinery.
• Increase levels of responsibility as knowledge increases and skills and abilities are proficient, with approval from senior crew members.
• Observes and complies with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• Knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures to promote the safe and effective operations of a cargo vessel.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for moving cargo by sea.
• Advanced knowledge on appropriate use of the emergency equipment located on the boat.
• Ability to perform tasks and solve practical problems normally encountered by a deckhand, including knot selections and tying, hazard avoidance, and safely responding to orders.
• Ability to use vehicles and equipment necessary to perform tasks of deckhand.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to perform basis arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to be reliable, responsible, and dependable and able to fulfill obligations.
• Ability to accept feedback and criticism.
• Ability to be careful about details and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to solve problems, make clear rational decisions in a crisis, and clearly formulate and communicate instruction, coupled with the ability to perform both short and long‑term planning to accomplish vessel and company goals.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to remain focused and aware of surroundings.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Current Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with Ordinary Seaman (OS) endorsement required.
• Current TWIC Card required.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a Coast Guard physical exam for Merchant Mariners.
• Valid driver’s license record and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Polices preferred.
• Ability to pass drug, driving (if applicable) and background screening.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Brice Marine has a fast‑paced multi‑tasking environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. The length of navigation season in Western and Interior Alaska is dictated by the spring break‑up of the ice and the low water and return of ice in late fall.

The actual navigation season lasts approximately 180 days. Crews normally work the entire season, 7 days a week, 12 hours per day, without any time off other than vessel downtime. This work is not for everyone. It requires a commitment to be away from home for long periods of time which can be emotionally challenging. Requires a demeanor that can adapt to changing conditions and varying personalities with decorum and professionalism while in…