NAA Able Bodied Seafarer (AB) 1

Job Description:

An Able-Bodied Seafarer 1 is responsible for deck duties including providing a safe, clean vessel for crew members, and is required to comply with safety regulations and procedures to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations. Will also be responsible for training new and inexperienced deck crew.

Essential Job Functions:

● Responsible for operating the drag arm and associated equipment in the loading of the dredge

● Responsible for daily inspection, maintenance and repair of the drag arm

● Supervises and evaluates deck crew performance, knowledge and operations

● Coordinates with the Captain to identify crewmember’s performance and create a development plan

● Responsible for all aspects of line handling

● Responsible for vessel maintenance and housekeeping, including meal preparation

● Stands wheel watch as required

● Maintains the vessel exterior in good order including painting or chipping as needed

● Responsible for ensuring a clean sanitary environment aboard the vessel

● Provide assistance as needed to the Captain in checking and inspecting the vessel’s safety equipment.

● Provides support to the engine room as needed per direction of the Captain and/or the Engineer

● Present on deck and within communicating distance at all times while the captain or mate is operating the stern controls

● Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “incident and injury free” work environment

Requirements:

● 5+ years of experience as Able-Bodied Seafarer

● High School diploma or equivalent

● Strong written and verbal communication skills

● Ability to work rotational 12 hour watch

● Ability to work 28 days on, 14 days off, revised as necessary

Required Certifications:

● Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC)

● AB Limited Certification or higher

● Standards of Training, Certifications and Watchkeeping (STCW)

● STCW Medical Card

● Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

● CPR/AED First Aid Certification

● Valid US Passport

● Driver’s license

Physical Requirements:

● 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 that have capacity limits of 300 lbs.

● Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Additional Duties:

This Job Description does not cover all of the required duties, activities, functions and responsibilities of the position, any of which may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of Weeks Marine, Inc., with or without notice.