Able Seaman

Pay Range: $375 - $408 per day

Why choose us?

Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to provide the best place to work by inspiring financial security and premier health and wellness programs for you and your family while enjoying an adventurous and dynamic culture. 

Our employees’ commitment to protecting the environment is intrinsic and deeply rooted, both individually and collectively at Brice, giving you purpose driven work that is impactful. We pride ourselves on our reputation for anticipating client needs. You can count on Brice Companies to be there when you need us most.  

What does Brice Marine LLC do?

Construction operations in Alaska are logistically challenging, with many communities only accessible by water or air. Continuing its commitment to excellence, Brice decided to invest in marine capabilities. In 1973, Brice Marine was established with the refurbishment of a surplus Navy LCU. Over 40 years later, Brice Marine transports employees, equipment, fuel, and materials to remote sites around the world. Its vessels have navigated some of the most difficult stretches of water and successfully delivered equipment despite bad weather, shallow water, and challenging conditions. The company also engineered a cutting-edge tug/barge design that streamlines the shipping process.

What can you expect?

As the Able Seaman, you are an entry-level deckhand of a cargo vessel with additional duties in the engine room. As a qualified member of the deck department, you may work as a watch stander and/or deck worker. You will be responsible for maintaining and operating deck equipment onboard the vessel, mooring operations, and making/breaking tow. As knowledge increases and abilities become evident to other crew members, increasing levels of responsibility may be given.

How will you do it?

• Assist with the loading, lashing, unlashing and discharge of cargo.
• Clean the tug and barges and assist with the handling of fuel and freight.
• Act as lookout and maintain watch on deck and in the engine room.
• Assist engineer when required.
• Handle mooring lines and operate deck machinery.
• Observe and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform the job in a safe and seamanlike manner in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and state and federal regulations, performing only functions and tasks for which he/she has been trained.
• Follow the safety, company policy manual and other material provided by the company.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other special projects and other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures to promote the safe and effective operations of a cargo vessel.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for moving cargo by sea.
• Advanced knowledge on appropriate use of the emergency equipment located on the boat.
• Able to perform tasks and solve practical problems normally encountered by a deckhand, including knot selections, and tying, hazard avoidance, and safely responding to orders.
• Able to use vehicles and equipment necessary to perform tasks of deckhand.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to perform basis arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable, and able to fulfill obligations.
• Ability to accept feedback and criticism.
• Ability to be careful about details and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to remain focused and aware of surroundings.
• Ability to solve problems, make clear rational decisions in a crisis, and clearly formulate and communicate instructions, coupled with the ability to perform both short and long-term planning to accomplish vessel and company goals.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to remain focused and aware of surroundings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.

Who is Brice Marine LLC looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-year of Able Seaman experience required.
• Current MMC with AB endorsement required.
• Current TWIC card required.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a Coast Guard physical exam for merchant mariners.
• Valid driver’s license record and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Brice Marine’s Driving Polices.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Alaska water navigation experience preferred.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Marine LLC:

• Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers.  We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Ten (10) paid holidays. *When regularly scheduled to work that day.
• 401k match at 50% up to 6% of your contribution.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at

recruitment@calistabrice.com  

How do you apply?

Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com and select Brice Marine LLC under the company tab.

You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from Brice Maine LLC?  Simply reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com  

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started!

For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.