Mate with Pilotage-Key Lakes/Great Lakes Fleet (MM&P)

Keystone Shipping Co.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Shipping Co. is seeking qualified mariners for mates to sail aboard vessels operating on the Great Lakes. The role requires maintaining essential navigational and safety duties, including watchstanding and document completion.

The position emphasizes high compliance with USCG standards, remote-environment living, and ongoing credential maintenance. Applicants must hold a comprehensive marine license set and TWIC, with readiness for demanding schedules.

Qualifications

• Must hold Merchant Mariner Credentials: First Class Pilot of vessels of unlimited tonnage on the Great Lakes between Duluth, Gary and Buffalo and between Port Weller and Cape Vincent
• Mate of self-propelled vessels (not including auxiliary sail)
• Mate of unlimited tonnage on Great Lakes and Inland Waters/upon Oceans/near coastal waters
• Radar Observer
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Willing to live 7 days a week in a remote environment with limited medical access
• Maintain licenses and qualifications per regulations, current and future
• USCG NVIC 04-08 health, vision and hearing standards
• English language fluency (written and verbal)

Responsibilities

• Stands the 8-12 navigation watch and supervises crew activities aboard ships, boats, barges, or dredges
• Fills out trip sheets and the Army Corps of Engineers Vessel Operation Report
• Inventories and maintains medical equipment and kits
• Develops and maintains good customer relations for the fleet
• Other duties as assigned by the Captain

Job description

Are you looking for a change in your Maritime Career? Have you ever wanted to sail on the Great Lakes? If so, then this position is for you!

Key Lakes/Great Lakes Fleet is looking for Mates to sail with us on the Great Lakes. If this is the career change you are looking for, then grab your credentials and apply today! We would be glad to welcome you onboard!

Job Purpose/Summary:

The mate supervises and coordinates activities of crew aboard ships, boats, barges, or dredges.

Essential and Major Duties:

• Stands the 8-12 navigation watch
• Fills out the trip sheets
• Fills out the Army Corps of Engineers Vessel Operation Report
• Inventories and maintains all medical equipment and kits

Other Functions:

• Develops and maintained good customer relations for the fleet
• Other functions as assigned by the Captain

Required Qualifications:

• Must hold the following Merchant Mariner Credentials:
• First Class Pilot of vessels of unlimited tonnage upon the Great Lakes between Duluth, Gary and Buffalo and Between Port Weller and Cape Vincent
• Mate of self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail
• Mate of unlimited tonnage upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters/upon Oceans/near coastal waters
• Radar Observer
• Must hold a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Must be willing to live 7 days a week in a remote environment with limited access to medical supplies and medical personnel
• Maintain licenses and qualifications as required by regulation, both current and future
• Maintain good health in compliance with USCG NVIC 04-08 including US Coast Guard vision and hearing requirements
• Must have written and verbal command of the English language

Preferred Qualifications:

• Holds the Merchant Mariner Credentials: Bridge Resource Management Training
• Has at least 0-2 years of sailing experience

Physical Requirements:

Will be required to pass the Physical Standard as published in USCG NVIC 04-08. May be required to stand, sit, crouch or lay prone for long periods of time. Will work as necessary in confined or watertight spaces. May have to navigate tripping hazards, uneven and rolling decks, and climb both stairs and ladders. May be required to push, pull, lift, or hoist equipment up to or in excess of 127-157 pounds.

Work Environment:

As expected in the Great Lakes region, an employee will be exposed to seasonal weather including below freezing in the winter to high and humid temperatures in the summer. The employee may also be exposed to loud sounds and be required to wear and use hearing protection as required. Certain cargo ships may contain salt, silica, coal, and other hazardous dusts that may be inhaled and require the use of a respirator.

Equipment:

Will use communication systems and navigation suite equipment. Operates the bosun's chair. Uses fall protector as necessary. May be required to use work-type PFD/life jackets, SCBA/respirators, hard hats and eye protection.