Now Hiring Able (AB) Seaman

Weeks Marine is looking for AB Seamen to ensure a safe, clean vessel for crew members on our operations. This role is responsible for various deck duties and keeping our operations on course through challenging environments, directly contributing to the success and timely completion of our marine construction and dredging projects.

SHOT 26 DECKHAND 088
Job Details
  • Daily pay rate starting at $379.20 for 12-hour shift
  • Paid travel from home airport to work location and back (anywhere in the Continental U.S.).
  • 21 days on/21 days off rotation

Job description/duties:

  • Responsible for all aspects of line handling
  • Perform regular vessel maintenance and proper housekeeping
  • Stands wheel watch as needed to ensure safe navigation and operations
  • Maintain vessel exterior performing painting or chipping as needed
  • Ensure a clean sanitary environment aboard the vessel
  • Assist the captain in checking and inspecting the vessel’s safety equipment
  • Support to the engine room performance under the direction of the captain and/or engineer
  • Maintain communication and presence on deck at all times while captain is operating controls
  • Escort, observe and monitor the safety of all visitors, ensuring all individuals sign in and out
  • Ensure all required credentials are up-to-date and appropriate for the vessel and the designated route
  • Follow company and work site safety policies and procedures
Total Compensation/Perks
- Daily pay rate starting at $379.20 for 12-hour shift
- Paid travel from home airport to work location and back (anywhere in the Continental U.S.)
- Per diem paid for travel days: $45 per diem on travel day into assignment, $45 per diem plus 12 hours pay on travel day out from assignment
- Live on board
Incentives and Bonuses
$3,000 Sign-on Bonus: Eligibility begins after the employee returns for their third rotation, $1,000 is paid per rotation until bonus is met

$2,100 Referral Bonus: Eligibility begins after the referred employee returns for their third rotation, $700 is paid per rotation until bonus is met.

Referral must be employed for the duration of bonus payout period.
Benefits
Benefits managed by the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Individual Retirement Account Plan (IRAP) - Portable retirement
- Company paid sign-on bonus paid twice a year
- Company paid travel to and from vessel
- One paid travel day per rotation
- Paid holidays
- Eligible to contribute to WMI 401(k)
Qualifications
- 1 to 2 years of marine experience as a deckhand, able (AB) seaman or ordinary (OS) seaman
- Ability to work rotational 12-hour watch
- Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation (21 days on/21 days off), with adjustments as necessary
- Willing and able to travel as required
- Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
- Possess all valid credentials and ensure they are within a minimum of six months from expiration
Licenses/Certification Requirements
Merchant Mariner Credential with the following endorsements:

- AB – Unlimited (will consider Limited or Special)
- Basic Training
- STCW Medical Certificate
- Able Seafarer – Deck
- VPDSD
- PSC Unlimited
- RFPNW

TWIC
Valid Driver’s License, preferred
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces and high noise levels
- Ability to push, pull, bend, or stand for long periods and climb ladders
- Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies, and parts, up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Join the Team

For expedited support please text us at 908-650-8103


Weeks Marine is proudly affiliated with the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots for this role, all qualified candidates need to either already be enrolled with the applicable hall or willing to do so.

Weeks Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to treat applicants and employees without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status or military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation.

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