Master Licensed - Daily

Trident-Seafood; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Seafoods in Seattle seeks an experienced Vessel Master to lead the ship's deck, engineering, and safety operations, ensuring adherence to all laws and company policy while guiding crew through daily tasks and complex schedules.

You will coordinate with corporate management on vessel movements, oversee training and certifications, manage safety drills, and uphold high standards for safety, sustainability, and operational excellence across our fleet.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years as Master on a similar sized vessel.
• Advanced firefighting skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR cards.
• Licenses/permits of trade (e.g., CG license of appropriate tonnage).

Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees vessel operations and safety.
• Coordinate with Corp. Manager for vessel movements and operations.
• Oversee deck and navigation systems, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop training to keep crew qualified and compliant.
• Manage safety drills and emergency preparedness.

Skills

USCG Master license

Advanced firefighting

First Aid & CPR

Safety management

Education

CG license / Certifications

Job description

Overview

Trident Seafoods is North America’s largest vertically integrated seafood company—partnering with fishermen, employees, and communities to responsibly harvest, process, and share wild Alaska seafood with the world. With deep roots in Alaska and operating across the globe, Trident is a privately held company headquartered in Seattle, committed to nourishing the world while upholding the highest standards for safety, sustainability, and excellence.

At Trident Seafoods, we work together for something bigger than ourselves. From nourishing the world with the best protein on earth to protecting our oceans, serving our fishermen, and supporting communities in Alaska and beyond, here, you’ll find a values-driven culture where your growth matters, your work has purpose and your contributions are recognized and appreciated—because at Trident, we believe meaningful work connects us all.

Responsibilities

Overall in command of the vessel. Directs and oversees the activities of the vessel senior crew; including deck, engineering, production and safety. Responsible for all navigation and primary vessel activity which can include fishing, processing or hauling freight. Works direct with the Corporate or fleet manager to plan and implement vessel movements and operations.

Essential Functions:

• Directs and oversees the pre-season and day to day operations of the vessel. Responsible for operating the vessel in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. Also, in compliance with Trident policy.
• Works with Corp. Manager and Chief Engineer to lead, manage and direct capital projects (e.g. drydocking, installation and repair projects, major purchases) including the scheduling, budgeting and compliance with license, permit and other applicable codes and regulations.
• Oversees and establishes the performance and operation standards for all vessel deck and navigation systems. Resolves problems using solutions that involve appropriate techniques, technologies, or concepts.
• Directs and oversees required documentation for the primary vessel functions.
• Analyzes and leverages human resource needs to assist with short- and long-term projects.
• Confers with management and production staff to determine engineering feasibility and cost effectiveness of present or future projects.
• Oversees the design and implementation of training to ensure that all vessel deck and engineering staff are properly trained, qualified and in compliance with regulatory training and/or regulatory certification requirements.
• Provides direction and example for interpretation and application of company policies and procedures to the engineering activities.
• Analyzes and maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develops recommendations accordingly.
• Maintains a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other similar or related duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: Must hold valid USCG Masters License 500GRT or greater.

Freighter/Tender:

Required Qualifications: (Education, Years of Experience, Certifications)

• Must have at least 3 years as Master on similar sized vessel
• Advanced firefighting skills.
• Appropriate licenses/permits of trade (e.g., CG license of appropriate tonnage. STCW endorsement, etc.) when required.
• Current First Aid and CPR cards.

Preferred Education & Experiences:

• Extensive seafood of related industry experience preferred; Four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

All Vessels:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations that apply to the vessel being applied for
• Knowledge of pollution abatement procedures
• Knowledge of production needs and willingness to work with others to support production needs.
• Ability to conduct safety drills for crew and guests.
• Ability to manage the medical/first aid needs of the vessel.
• Basic navigation and communication skills.

Work environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Work Ability Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision and peripheral vision.

Must be capable of boarding and departing (exiting) a vessel without assistance by moving up or climbing a gangplank, the stern ramp of a vessel and/or a vertical ladder. Must be capable of boarding/departing the vessel by being lifted in a crane or manlift. May also enter and exit a skiff from a dock, plane, or boat unassisted. Must meet at designated locations to receive instructions and place on a life jacket and an immersion suit without assistance in one minute or less. Must also move quickly without assistance to any designated lifeboat station.

Work Authorizations

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Additional Information

Stay connected with Trident Seafoods online at www.tridentseafoods.com and follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube or LinkedIn. Trident Seafoods provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Trident Seafoods and its subsidiaries have adopted a drug-free workplace policy. Working under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol is not permitted. Employment with Trident Seafoods is contingent upon the candidate maintaining valid immigration status and work authorization throughout employment, with or without immigration sponsorship by the company.