Training Ship Lone Star State-Job Opportunities

Job Title

Training Ship Lone Star State-Job Opportunities

Agency

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Department

Texas A&M Maritime Academy

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

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Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Join Our Crew - Exciting Opportunities on Our New Training Ship!

Location: Galveston, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: March 1, 2026

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest training ship and are seeking passionate, skilled professionals to join our crew. If you're ready for adventure, teamwork, and excellence at sea, explore the positions below:

Ship HVAC/Refrigeration Specialist - The Ship HVAC/Refrigeration Specialist plays a vital part in maintaining the vessel's operational readiness, ensuring it remains in ROS-5 status for potential active service outside of its training duties. The duties of the Ship HVAC/Refrigeration Specialist include, but are not limited to, the proper monitoring of his/her designated equipment for proper operation, maintenance and repair of all shipboard domestic refrigeration and air conditioning systems, standalone A/C package units, walk-in reefers, reach-in reefers, water fountains, refrigerant air dryer systems, air handling units, air filtration systems, and electric heating coils.

Ship Plumber - The physical demands of a Ship Plumber are significant. The job requires the ability to lift heavy equipment, work in confined and noisy spaces, and navigate the moving, often narrow, passages of a vessel. A Ship Plumber must be skilled in maintaining and repairing a wide range of systems.

Second Assistant Engineer - The Second Assistant Engineer participates in the operation, maintenance and repair of ship's equipment and systems; the primary focus is the equipment and systems in "machinery spaces" such as the engine rooms, auxiliary machinery rooms, motor rooms, steering gear room however it is possible that time and effort will be spent outside of these spaces.

Third Assistant Engineer - The Third Assistant Engineer (3AE) Mariner operates and maintains ships propulsion machinery and related systems; performs maintenance and repair support to the engine department and perform other duties as required by Chief Engineer/First Engineer; participates in shipboard practical oversight of cadets.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunities for career growth
Work on a cutting-edge vessel with a dynamic team
Travel to exciting destinations

How to Apply:

MUST APPLY THROUGH WORKDAY. SEE WEBSITE LINK: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUG_External/details/Lone-Star-Ship-Employment-Opportunities_R-090000-2

Submit your cover letter, resume and certifications in the application process. Please specify the position you are applying for in your cover letter.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Required Licenses and Certifications

U.S. Regular Passport or ability to obtain
Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
United States Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariner's Credential (MMC), or ability to obtain within 90 days with the following endorsement(s): Ordinary Seaman (OS)
USCG Medical Certificate w/o limitations.

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