Instructor, AB Limited Seaman

Management & Training Corporation; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation is seeking an AB-Limited Program Instructor for their Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR. Full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, with a strong focus on delivering the USCG-approved AB-Limited curriculum and hands-on training at sea-ready facilities.

You will mentor students, lead practical exercises, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while advancing maritime education and career pathways.

Qualifications

• Valid and current Merchant Mariner Credential.
• STCW Certification: Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for engineering.
• Sea experience in engineering roles.
• Knowledge of national and international maritime regulations.
• Medical fitness certificate for duty at sea.
• Maritime leadership or management training.
• Teaching or Training Certification: USCG Train the Trainer Course.
• First Aid and CPR Certification: maritime standards.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum delivery: design lessons and practicums per USCG AB-Limited curriculum.
• Instruction and Training: teach classes, lead hands-on exercises, supervise sessions.
• Mentor seamanship students, ensure curriculum adherence.
• Deck instructor duties when training underway on vessels.
• Student assessment: evaluate progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain labs, equipment, simulators and AB-Limited workshops.
• Ensure compliance with maritime safety standards and regulations.
• Professional development: stay current with industry practices and certifications.
• Collaborate with maritime industry to align training with real-world demands.
• Administration and reporting: schedules, records, and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Curriculum delivery

Teaching / Training

Student mentoring

Maritime leadership

Classroom & hands-on instruction

Education

Merchant Mariner Credential

STCW certification (engineering)

Train the Trainer (USCG-certified)

Job description

Instructor

AB-Limited Program Instructor

Schedule

Full Time, 8hr shifts, Monday - Friday

Our Staff Also Enjoy These Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Career advancement opportunities

MTC is proud to operate the Tongue Point Job Corps Center in Astoria, OR where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!

What you will be doing

You’ll be responsible for set Sail for Success! Help shape the next generation of skilled maritime professionals. If you have a passion for the sea and a dedication to teaching, this is your opportunity to make an impact in compliance with government and management directives.

Duties Include

• Curriculum delivery: Design lessons and practicums that adhere to the USCG-approved AB-Limited curriculum.
• Instruction and Training: Teach classes, lead practical exercises, and oversee hands-on training sessions supporting the curriculum.
• Manage and mentor seamanship students, ensuring quality and adherence to curriculum guidelines.
• Deck Instructors serve as operating crew when training students underway on our training vessels. Instructors serve as Mates, Boatswains, and Deckhands while teaching students on the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean.
• Student Assessment: Evaluate student progress, provide feedback, and conduct assessments to ensure competency in maritime skills.
• Laboratory and Workshop Maintenance: This position supports the maintenance, safety, and availability of lab equipment, simulators, and AB-Limited program workshops.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure all training and facilities comply with maritime regulatory standards and safety protocols.
• Professional Development: Stay current with industry practices, update certifications, and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Collaboration with the Maritime Industry: Build relationships with industry stakeholders to align training with real-world demands and potential student career opportunities.
• Administration and Reporting: Manage schedules, record-keeping, and reporting requirements as specified by the DOL, MTC, NMC, and other regulatory bodies as appropriate.
• Advisory Role: Act as an advisor to students, helping them understand career pathways, licensure, and industry expectations.

Job Requirements

• Valid and current Merchant Mariner Credential.
• STCW Certification: Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) endorsement specific to engineering, including advanced safety and firefighting.
• Sea Experience: Extensive experience at sea in progressively responsible engineering roles.
• Knowledge of Maritime Regulations: Familiarity with applicable national and international maritime regulations and standards for training vessels.
• Medical Fitness Certificate: Up-to-date medical certificate confirming fitness for duty at sea.
• Leadership and Management Training: Certification in maritime leadership or management, as required by STCW.
• Teaching or Training Certification: Qualification in training or instructing through a USCG-certified Train the Trainer Course.
• First Aid and CPR Certification: Current certification in first aid, CPR, and emergency response specific to maritime standards.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.

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