Trainee Deck Officer - 14‑Day Schedule, Travel Paid

Foss; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 75,768,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with match

Employee assistance program

FSAs

Travel assistance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Foss Maritime, based in California, seeks a Trainee Captain to join our Northern California team. This full-time role guarantees a 1 week on/off or two on/off schedule with 14 days per calendar month, stationed in Foss Northern California with travel support when working outside the home region.

You will train under experienced Masters to plan safe vessel operations, ensure SMS compliance, and supervise crew, equipment and drills, with opportunities to train across Foss regions and vessels in

Qualifications

• Requires USCG MMD or MMC and TWIC.
• Must hold National Master 200 OC/NC license and radar endorsement.
• 2–3 years as Mate on Ship Assist/Escort vessels; offshore towing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan the most efficient and safe operation of the vessel and crew.
• Oversee drills, training, maintenance, and inspections for safety and compliance.
• Report equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, and damages promptly.
• Hold crew accountable to policies, safety and quality standards.

Skills

USCG MMD/MMC

TWIC

National Master 200 OC/NC

Radar Endorsement

Vessel handling knowledge

Ship Assist/ Escort experience

Job description

Foss Maritime, based in California, seeks a Trainee Captain to join our Northern California team. This full-time role guarantees a 1 week on/off or two on/off schedule with 14 days per calendar month, stationed in Foss Northern California with travel support when working outside the home region.

You will train under experienced Masters to plan safe vessel operations, ensure SMS compliance, and supervise crew, equipment and drills, with opportunities to train across Foss regions and vessels in