Third Mate – Coastal & River Cruise Vessel with Onboard Perks

American Cruise Lines; Petersburg (AK); On-site; USD 92,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

401(k) with match

Simulator-based training

Travel, room & board provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks Third Mates for our fleet sailing inland and coastal waterways across the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Columbia-Snake Rivers, Great Lakes, and major river systems. Third Mates lead safe operations, perform watchstanding, and collaborate with Deckhands and Engineers to deliver five-star guest service.

The role requires a USCG Master license (minimum 100 GRT with Near Coastal endorsement), TWIC, and river/coastal piloting experience.

Qualifications

• USCG Master’s license: minimum 100 GRT with Near Coastal endorsement.
• TWIC credential.
• Piloting/boat handling experience on coastal and river waterways: minimum 6 months, 1 year preferred.
• Self-disciplined work habits and personal grooming.
• Good communication skills and team skills.
• Pre-employment drug test and random testing.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of passengers, crew, and vessel.
• Safe launch operations in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Conduct daily inspections of all vessel spaces.
• Standing helm, security, gangway watches in Deckhand rotation.
• Execution of vessel cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics.
• Standing piloting watches under instruction of Captain or Mate.
• Assisting Engine Room Attendant with machinery and system maintenance.
• Support hotel and culinary teams in delivering five-star guest service.
• Maintain logs, reports, and administrative records.
• Maintain exemplary professional grooming and uniform appearance.

Skills

Team skills

Communication

Self-discipline

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks Third Mates for our fleet sailing inland and coastal waterways across the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Columbia-Snake Rivers, Great Lakes, and major river systems. Third Mates lead safe operations, perform watchstanding, and collaborate with Deckhands and Engineers to deliver five-star guest service.

The role requires a USCG Master license (minimum 100 GRT with Near Coastal endorsement), TWIC, and river/coastal piloting experience.