Mate

Buffalo, NY, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $24.50 - $33.50

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

competitive daily rate

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Advanced simulator-based training

Covered travel, room and board, uniforms, and training

Job Description

American Cruise Lines is a leading American cruise company specializing in inland and coastal waterway cruises under the U.S. flag. With a commitment to showcasing America’s beauty and history, the company operates modern vessels that accommodate 100 to 200 guests. These vessels sail through some of the most scenic and culturally rich waterways including the East Coast, Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, the Columbia and Snake Rivers, as well as major rivers like the Mississippi, Tennessee, Ohio, and Cumberland Rivers, in addition to the Great Lakes region. American Cruise Lines prides itself on delivering safe navigation and exceptional service, focusing on... Show More

Job Requirements

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing
Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time
Ability to work around 12 hours per day
Ability to stand for entire shift
Ability to frequently lift up to 20 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to frequently bend, squat and reach
Ability to use stairs frequently
Ability to assist in the event of an on-board emergency by quickly climbing up a ladder and passing through a 20 inch diameter hatch
Experience with ship motions including surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw

Job Qualifications

U.S. Coast Guard Mate's license minimum 100T, desired license 1600T
Mate experience on coastal and river waterways minimum 2 years, desired 5 years with Z-drive experience
Basic marine engineering knowledge of diesel machinery, hydraulics, and liquid load management
Excellent communication skills and team-building skills
Great Lakes Mate with route familiarization and recency in several areas including St. Lawrence Seaway, Welland Canal, St. Mary's River, and U.S. port routes in Lake Ontario, Lake Erie, Lake Huron, and Lake Michigan
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation

Job Duties

Ensure safety and security of passengers, crew, and vessel
Operate the vessel in compliance with company and regulatory standards
Conduct daily inspections of all vessel spaces
Supervise, lead, and develop deck officers
Execute vessel cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics
Manage crew orientation, training, watch standing, and emergency drills
Collaborate with hotel officers and service crew to ensure five-star guest service
Document cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics administratively
Provide leadership for a safe, secure, clean, and comfortable onboard environment for passengers and crew

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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