Able Seaman

Job Title: Able Seaman

SOC Code: 53-5011

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Department/

Location:

Alaskan Waters

Reports to: Captain

Status: Full-time, Seasonal

EEO-1: 7-Operatives

Schedule: 12 Hour Days, 7 days a week. Work is on a seasonal basis.

Stand watch to look for obstructions in path of vessel, measure water depth, turn wheel on bridge, or use emergency equipment as directed by captain, mate, or pilot. Break out, rig, overhaul, and store cargo-handling gear, stationary rigging, and running gear. Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to preserve the painted surface of the ship and to maintain line and ship equipment.

• Adhere to the QSEMS (Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management System) including the Quality Assurance Manual (QAM) and the Operating Procedures Manual (OPM).
• Handle lines to moor vessel to wharves, tie up vessel to another vessel, or rig towing lines.
• Lower and man lifeboat in case of emergencies.
• Move controls or turn hand wheels to raise or lower passenger or vehicle landing ramps.
  Load or unload material from barges, scows, and dredges.
• Lubricate machinery and equipment.
• Examine cables that hold vessels in tow and tighten cables to ensure vessels are snug.
• Splice and repair cables and ropes.
• Paint lifeboats, decks, and superstructure of vessel.
• Insert blocks under wheels of vehicles to prevent them from moving.
• Stand steering watches or lookout watches while underway.
• Sweep and wash decks.
• Work aboard watercraft, such as dredges, ferryboats, scows, and river boats.
• Performing other related duties, as assigned.

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum:

• Merchant Mariner Credential
  • AB Special
• TWIC
• Valid Driver License

Preferred:

• A/B Unlimited
• First Aid/CPR
• Equipment Operator
• Basic Safety Training (BST)

• Knowledge and experience tow towing vessels and all methods of towing.
• Knowledge of and ability to use Internet software and the ability to use Microsoft Office and email.
• Skill in controlling operations of equipment or systems on the vessel.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
• Skill in problem solving and reacting quickly with rapidly changing situations.
• Knowledge of general machines and tools, which include: anchor lines, anchor rollers, depth gauges, hoists, marine signaling systems, and winches.
• Western Alaska experience

The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Frequency is defined as follows:

• NP = Not Present
• Rare = 1–10% of the workday
• Occasional = 11–33% of the workday
• Frequent = 34–66% of the workday
• Constant = 67–100% of the workday

• Sitting – Frequent
• Standing – Frequent
• Walking – Frequent
• Reaching (Overhead, Straight Ahead, Downward) – Frequent
• Bending/Stooping – Frequent
• Crouching – Frequent
• Kneeling – Frequent
• Crawling – Frequent
• Climbing (onto equipment) – Frequent
• Twisting (including wrist) – Frequent
• Handling – Frequent
• Finger Dexterity – Occasional
• Feeling – Occasionally
• Talking – Occasionally
• Hearing – Occasionally
• Balancing – Frequent
• Operating Foot Controls – Occasionally

• Frequent:
  Up to 100 lbs.
• Occasional:
  Up to 100 lbs.

• Weather Exposure:
  Work may involve exposure to inclement weather, including rain, snow, ice, and arctic temperatures.
• Heat:
  Occasional exposure to hot diesel engines and hoses during equipment lubrication.
• Noise:
  Moderate to high noise levels from equipment and operations.
• Vibration:
  Occasional exposure to normal equipment vibration.
• Atmospheric Conditions:
  Possible…