Third Mate

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of passengers, crew, and vessel.
• Safe launch operations in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Conduct daily inspections of all vessel spaces.
• Standing helm, security, gangway watches in Deckhand rotation.
• Execution of vessel cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics.
• Standing piloting watches under instruction of Captain or Mate.
• Assisting Engine Room Attendant with machinery and system maintenance.
• Support hotel and culinary teams in delivering five-star guest service.
• Maintain logs, reports, and administrative records.
• Maintain exemplary professional grooming and uniform appearance.

Requirements

• U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license: Masters 100T.
• Piloting and Boat Handling experience on coastal and river waterways: minimum 6months, desired 1yr.
• Self-disciplined work habits and personal grooming.
• Good communication skills and team skills.
• Pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Qualifications

• Piloting and Boat Handling experience on coastal and river waterways: minimum 6months, desired 1yr.
• Self-disciplined work habits and personal grooming.
• Good communication skills and team skills.
• Pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Work Schedule

• Typical March through November Cruise Season: 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off or 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off.
• Additional work periods may be possible during winter months aboard the few vessels operating or repositioning year-round.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive daily rate.
• Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
• Access to advanced simulator-based training.
• Covered Expenses: American Cruise Lines provides travel, room and board, uniforms, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• American Cruise Lines is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.