Third Mate – River & Coastal Voyages (Simulator Training)

American Cruise Lines; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Simulator-based training

Travel, room and board covered

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Third Mates for its fleet, sailing inland and coastal waterways. The role emphasizes safe vessel operations, adherence to standards, and professional leadership aboard ships carrying 100–200 guests.

The Third Mate will work with Deckhands and Engineers, perform watch-standing, maintenance, and logistics tasks, and participate in simulator-based training to enhance piloting skills.

Qualifications

• U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license: minimum 100 GRT with Near Coastal endorsement.
• TWIC required.
• Piloting and boat handling experience on coastal and river waterways: minimum 6 months, desired 1 year.
• Self-disciplined work habits and personal grooming.
• Good communication skills and team skills.
• Pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job 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

Coast Guard Master’s license

TWIC

Piloting & boat handling

Self-discipline

Communication skills

Drug test

Grooming & appearance

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks experienced Third Mates for its fleet, sailing inland and coastal waterways. The role emphasizes safe vessel operations, adherence to standards, and professional leadership aboard ships carrying 100–200 guests.

The Third Mate will work with Deckhands and Engineers, perform watch-standing, maintenance, and logistics tasks, and participate in simulator-based training to enhance piloting skills.