Able Bodied Seaman

Hornblower Group; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Group is seeking an Able Seaman to support safe vessel operations aboard Training Support Vessels. You will serve as helmsman, stand watch, and perform deck maintenance to ensure readiness and efficiency of deck operations.

The role requires STCW credentials, TWIC, and US passport eligibility, with physical readiness for marine duties and rotating watches including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• STCW-compliant credentials including Able Seafarer–Deck, Basic Training, PSC and VPDSD.
• Valid TWIC.
• Must possess or be eligible for a United States Passport.
• Must meet physical and medical standards for shipboard service.

Responsibilities

• Serve as helmsman and maintain proper course and steering control as directed by the Officer of the Watch.
• Stand lookout watches, reporting hazards, traffic, and navigational concerns promptly and accurately.
• Stand assigned navigational and safety watches in accordance with operational requirements.
• Perform routine deck maintenance including painting, cleaning, line handling, and preservation.
• Assist with anchoring, mooring, small boat operations, and general seamanship tasks.
• Participate in drills, safety training, and emergency response duties.
• Maintain deck equipment and work areas in clean and safe condition.
• Support the Chief Mate and deck officers with tasks required for safe vessel operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Seamanship

Communication

Watchstanding

Safety awareness

Education

STCW-compliant credentials

Job description

Hornblower Groupis a global leader in experienceand transportation.Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group’s portfolio of international offerings includes water- and land-based experiences and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group’s premier experience division, offers dining and sightseeing cruises and walking and food tours through the City Cruises, Walks, and Devour brands. City Ferry, part of Hornblower Group’s Ferry and Transportation Division, is the largest private operator of high-speed passenger and vehicle ferries in the United States, carrying more than 10 million passengers annually and operating services including NYC Ferry, Puerto Rico Ferry, and other regional ferry systems.Hornblower Group’s subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a full-service shipping, waterfront logistics and management company that specializes in the operation and maintenance of government and commercial vessels.Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity,provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group’s global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group’s additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit hornblowercorp.com.

Position Summary

The Able Seaman (AB) supports safe vessel operations by providing seamanship, watchstanding, and deck maintenance services aboard Training Support Vessels. This role serves as helmsman and lookout, assists with navigation watches, and performs cleaning, painting, and maintenance tasks as directed by the Chief Mate. The Able Seaman contributes to the overall safety, readiness, and efficiency of deck operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as helmsman and maintain proper course and steering control as directed by the Officer of the Watch.
• Stand lookout watches, reporting hazards, traffic, and navigational concerns promptly and accurately.
• Stand assigned navigational and safety watches in accordance with operational requirements.
• Perform routine deck maintenance including painting, cleaning, line handling, and preservation.
• Assist with anchoring, mooring, small boat operations, and general seamanship tasks.
• Participate in drills, safety training, and emergency response duties.
• Maintain deck equipment and work areas in clean and safe condition.
• Support the Chief Mate and deck officers with tasks required for safe vessel operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

• STCW-compliant credentials, including: Able Seafarer–Deck, Basic Training, Proficiency in Survival Craft (PSC or equivalent) and Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (VPDSD).
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Must possess or be eligible for a United States Passport.
• Must meet physical and medical standards for shipboard service, including the ability to lift, climb, and perform manual labor in a marine environment.
• Ability to work rotating watches, including nights and weekends, in varying weather conditions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a deck crew.
• Demonstrated seamanship skills and the ability to follow instructions and maintain situational awareness.
• Must meet all company and contractual requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

SeawardServices

The RESPECT Service System embodies our mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.