Deck Cadet: Path to Third Mate & Seamanship Mastery

Oil Authority; San Ramon (CA); On-site; USD 5,500 - 8,300; Full time

Job summary

Chevron is seeking a Deck Cadet in the United States (CA, San Ramon area) to learn and perform deck officer duties under supervision. The role focuses on safety, watchkeeping, navigation, cargo operations, and vessel systems while pursuing USCG licensure for Third Mate – Unlimited Tonnage.

Cadets engage in on-board training, safety programs, and administrative tasks within the deck department, with relocation restrictions noted. This is a real training path toward licensing and advancement.

Qualifications

• Full-time student at Massachusetts Maritime Academy.
• Eligible for USCG Issued License Upon Graduation.
• Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Valid US Passport.
• Valid STCW Medical certificate.
• Extra-curricular activity (i.e. Sports, Student Government, Membership in Technical Society, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Participate in company programs such as Near Miss Reporting, Work Hazard Analysis, OEMs, Chevron’s COMPASS, and onboard training and compliance programs.
• Proactively engage the officers and crew aboard to enhance professional knowledge and development.
• Perform all cargo and navigational duties aboard ship under supervision of a licensed deck officer.
• Gain knowledge of seamanship, navigation, bridge equipment, maintenance, safety equipment, vessel systems, cargo control room, mooring operations, basic stability.
• Stand bridge and cargo watches to learn watch requirements and routines and participate in mooring operations and cargo hose connections.

Skills

USCG License Upon Graduation

TWIC

US Passport

STCW Medical Certificate

Education

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Job description

Chevron is seeking a Deck Cadet in the United States (CA, San Ramon area) to learn and perform deck officer duties under supervision. The role focuses on safety, watchkeeping, navigation, cargo operations, and vessel systems while pursuing USCG licensure for Third Mate – Unlimited Tonnage.

Cadets engage in on-board training, safety programs, and administrative tasks within the deck department, with relocation restrictions noted. This is a real training path toward licensing and advancement.