Able-Seaman (AB) - LMC in Ludington, Michigan at Lake Michigan Carferry

Able-Seaman (AB)

Able-Seaman

• Performs navigational watch in and around the pilot house.
• Assists Mate on duty with supervising the deck crew.
• Assists in loading and off-loading passengers and cargo.
• Proper use and care of deck equipment, supplies and material.
• Work alongside deck crew, undertaking tasks as necessary.
• Learn fire and lifeboat stations along with signals and procedures associated with an emergency to properly carry out a fire and lifeboat drill to US Coast Guard standards.
• Be prepared to live and work aboard the vessel the duration of the sailing season, from mid-May to mid-Oct. Room and board provided.
• Employee will stand a 4-hour watch, twice a day, 7 days per week.
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401K after completing 90-day probationary period.

APPLICANTS FOR THE AB POSITIONS MUST BE QUALIFIED AND POSSES THE CREDENTIALS NEEDED FOR THIS POSITON.

AB Wheelsman

• Steer vessel in and out of port and steer vessel out in the lake.
• Perform functions necessary to dock the boat including lowering and raising the apron and locking and unlocking the vessel.

AB Watchman

• Stands a watch as directed.
• Handle lines and winches while docking and undocking vessel in port.
• Drop and pick up anchor as directed.

Qualifications/Certifications required:

• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Valid Merchant Mariners Credential issued by the U.S. Coast Guard
• Endorsement as Able Seaman on MMC
• Current USCG Medical Certificate
• Legally eligible to be employed in the United States (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment.