Able Bodied Seaman

The Steamship Authority is the largest ferry service to the Islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket from Cape Cod.  Martha’s Vineyard ferries depart from Woods Hole and Nantucket ferries depart from Hyannis.  Our seasonal high-speed ferry, the M/V Iyanough, dock-to-dock, Hyannis to Nantucket in just one hour.

The Steamship Authority currently operates ten vessels (including a high-speed passenger-only ferry) carrying passengers, automobiles, and freight trucks. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Able Bodied Seaman shall perform all the duties under the direction of duly authorized superiors, including but not limited to the following:

• Responsible for the mooring or anchoring duties.
• Carry out vessel and equipment cleaning, maintenance, and painting duties.
• Assist in the operation and deployment of response equipment as directed by the Master or his/her designee.
• Ensure the vessel and its equipment are cleaned and secured after each trip.
• Splice and care for all lines, especially when moored; ensure proper tension and apply chafing gear as needed.
• Direct vehicles in a safe manner in the loading and unloading process.
• Handle lines and cables in the docking and undocking process
• Steer vessel under direction of Pilot and Master
• Splice lines and cables, as required
• Stand lookout as required by Captain and Pilot
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current USCG endorsement of AB Special
• Valid USCG medical certificate
• Valid TWIC credential
• Effective leadership and written and oral communication skills
• Ability to operate industrial equipment and their systems safely
• Employment is contingent upon:
  • Completion of a successful background check
  • Pre-hire drug screen

Physical Requirements Include, Among Others:

• Requires standing, lifting up to 45 lbs.
• Requires the ability to wear the personnel protective equipment prescribed by posted signs and written instruction.
• Able to work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain.
• Ability to perform work in various sea conditions, under all environmental conditions, often wet/oily decks.

Interested parties should send a cover letter and resume to:  hr@steamshipauthority.com