Job description

Updated Pay Rates - Home Nights & Weekends - Monday to Thursday Schedule
MSRC is currently looking for a Mate aboard an Oil Spill Response vessel located in Lake Charles, LA. This position offers a schedule of Monday - Thursday with the ability to go home nights and weekends. The Mate will work under the direction of the Master, and is responsible for the sanitation, condition, appearance, and safety of the vessel, including the maintenance of the hull, safety equipment, lifesaving equipment, damage control, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and ensuring the vessel condition is consistent with company standards. This is a dynamic opportunity for a motivated individual to become part of an oil spill response company with a competitive compensation package including great Health Care Benefits with an above average 401(k) savings plan.

Requirements:

• The ability to commute daily, and report back to the vessel within 2 hours to comply with MSRC's emergency response mission.
• Current USCG license of Mate 500/GRT (minimum)
• Valid Endorsements under the STCW required: II/1 OICNW, II/4 RFPNW, II/5 Able Seafarer-Deck, IV/2 GMDSS, VI/1 BST, VI/II PSC and VI/3, VI/4.
• Radar, ARPA (required)
• VSO (preferred)
• Valid USCG medical certificate with current Domestic AND STCW dates required.
• TWIC card (required)
• Experience with Caterpillar engines, hydraulic, electrical and oil recovery equipment (preferred)
• Capable of prolonged, strenuous work onboard vessels at sea
• Effective leadership skills, and written and oral communications skills
• Ability to operate industrial equipment and their systems safely
• Ability to operate a personal computer
• Employment is contingent upon:
• completion of a successful background check,
• pre-hire medical exam and drug screen;
• ability to obtain a valid drivers license and U.S. Passport

• This position requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising the entire Deck Department
• Responsible for the sanitation, condition, appearance, and safety of the vessel.
• Ensure that all maintenance checks are performed on all deck and hull equipment.
• Ensure that the vessel is loaded in compliance with the vessel's stability plan and that the stowage plan is safe under current ballast and fuel conditions.
• Maintain the navigational charts, navigational compasses, and all other navigation equipment.
• Assist in verifying that all logs and other documents are properly maintained.
• At the direction of the Master, the Mate will dispense onboard medical treatment, consistent with his/her training and qualifications.

Physical Requirements Include, Among Others:

• Requires standing, lifting up to 45lbs
• Requires the ability to wear the personnel protective equipment prescribed by posted signs and written instruction
• Able to work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain or dry environments
• Ability to perform work in various sea conditions, under all environmental conditions, often wet/oily decks

Internal Applicants:
To facilitate the process, internal applicants are encouraged to speak with their supervisor and/or their HRA about their interest in, and application for, this position.
Marine Spill Response Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MSRC prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or because an employee or applicant is a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran.

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Job Type: Full-time

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