What are the responsibilities and job description for the Able Bodied Seaman position at Savage Services?

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Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply.

Here are the Benefits of working with Savage:

A culture that appreciates team members
Excellent Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with a match
Profit Sharing
Opportunity for growth
Commitment to helping our team members do things that they never dreamed possible

The Able-Bodied Seamen assist with the operation of deck and cargo machinery and perform the duties of helmsman, lookout when at sea, and duties relating to navigational watch standing assigned by the OICNW. When transferring cargo, the Able-Bodied Seamen assist the Deck Officer withstanding a cargo watch. The Able-Bodied Seamen report directly to the Chief Mate for cargo, maintenance, and safety related duties, and the OICNW for navigational duties.

Here is what you will be doing:

Assists the Chief Mate with the inspection, testing and maintenance of deck and cargo machinery and systems as well as all firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment onboard
Participate in all required Fire, Emergency, Abandon ship and safety/security Training Drills and exercises
Perform duties as directed by the Master and Deck Officers safely and efficiently
Obtain working knowledge of the Safety Management System and comply with all procedures outlined a relating to the position
Accurately report and record Maintenance related activities as requested by an Officer
Maintain a fixed daily work rotation as per STCW Work Rest guidelines

Requirements/Qualifications:

USCG Merchant Mariner Credential international and national endorsements capable of foreign voyages
International STCW Endorsements: Able Seafarer-Deck (STCWII/5), RFPNW (STCW II/4), STCW Basic Safety Training (STCW VI/1), PSC (STCWVI/2), Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD) (STCW VI/6)
National Endorsements: Able Bodied Seaman Unlimited
Lifeboatman, Ordinary Seaman, Wiper, Steward’s Department (F.H.)
Tankerman Assistant limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL) Cargoes PIC endorsement is preferred
USCG/STCW medical certificate, renewed every 2 years
Valid TWIC card and Passport
Other certificates and endorsements as deemed required for the operation and by Savage Marine

Physical Requirements:

Able to stand on uneven surfaces for long periods
Lift up to 50lbs without accommodations
Day for Day Rotation work schedule (avg. 45 days on/45 days off rotation)

Additional Information:

A complete job description is available upon request
Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace
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