Mate - Unlimited (Hopper Fleet)

Position Summary

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and navigation of a dredge while supervising the deck crew. 

Experience Level

Skilled 

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Navigation of dredge.
• Communication with traffic in the area of a dredge.
• Maintain the dredge’s position while dredging.
• Provide instructions to the Drag tender by directing the loading and discharging of dredge material.
• Maintain logs.
• Update and correct navigational charts, publications, and other regulations.
• Inspect lifesaving and firefighting equipment aboard the dredge.
• Assist the Dredge Captain and field personnel to keep production high and downtime to a minimum.
• Supervise and assist the deck crew performing maintenance duties during periods when the dredge is in an idle status.
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 12 hours per day.
• Ability to work 21 days on, 21 days off, revised as necessary.
• Dredging experience (preferred) .
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.

Requirements

• MMC w/ at least 3rd Mate Unlimited endorsements
• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential 
• STCW Medical certificate
• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
• Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Performs other duties as required.