Relief Mate

Are you looking for a change in your Maritime Career? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sail with Key Lakes/Great Lakes Fleet? If so, we have an opportunity for you.

We are currently looking for 30-day Relief Mates to sail on our MM&P vessels the Edgar B. Speer and the Edwin H. Gott.

The Master Stewards on our MM&P vessels serve some of the finest meals in our fleet. We offer Starlink on every vessel. Key Lakes, Inc/Great Lakes Fleet offers promotion opportunities, company reimbursement for training, and flexible scheduling/rotations.

Come try us for 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks)… You might find the GREAT in Great Lakes Fleet!!!

Job Purpose/Summary: The mate supervises and coordinates activities of crew aboard ships, boats, barges, or dredges.

Essential and Major Duties:Stands the 8‐12 navigation watchFills out the trip sheetsFills out the Army Corps of Engineers Vessel Operation ReportInventories and maintains all medical equipment and kits

Other Functions:Develops and maintained good customer relations for the fleetOther functions as assigned by the Captain

Required Qualifications:The Masters, Mates and Pilots must hold the following Merchant Mariner Credentials:First Class Pilot of vessels of unlimited tonnage upon the Great Lakes between Duluth, Gary, and Buffalo and Between Port Weller and Cape Vincent (preferred)Mate of self‐propelled vessels not including auxiliary sailMate of unlimited tonnage upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters/upon Oceans/near coastal watersRadar ObserverMust be able to enter CanadaMust hold a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)Must be willing to live 7 days a week in a remote environment with limited access to medical supplies and medical personnelMaintain licenses and qualifications as required by regulation, both current and futureMaintain good health in compliance with USCG NVIC 04‐08 including US Coast Guard vision and hearing requirementsMust have written and verbal command of the English language

Preferred Qualifications:Holds the Merchant Mariner Credentials: Bridge Resource Management TrainingHas at least 0‐2 years of sailing experience

Physical Requirements:Will be required to pass the Physical Standard as published in USCG NVIC 04‐08. May be required to stand, sit, crouch, or lay prone for extended periods of time. Will work as necessary in confined or watertight spaces. May navigate tripping hazards, uneven and rolling decks, and climb stairs and ladders. May be required to push, pull, lift, or hoist equipment up to or more than 127‐157 pounds.Work Environment:As expected in the Great Lakes region, the Masters, Mates and Pilots will be exposed to seasonal weather including below freezing in the winter to high and humid temperatures in the summer. The employee may also be exposed to loud sounds and be required to wear and use hearing protection as required. Certain cargo ships may contain salt, silica, coal, and other hazardous dusts that may be inhaled and require a respirator.Equipment:Will use communication systems and navigation suite equipment. Operates the bosun's chair. Uses fall protector, as necessary. May be required to use work‐type PFD/life jackets, SCBA/respirators, hard hats, and eye protection.Salary:Per the current CBA.