About the role
Description
American Steamship Company has a long and rich history of sailing ships on the Great Lakes since 1907. We currently operate six 1,000-foot US Flag vessels that carry cargoes of iron ore, coal and stone throughout Lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron and Erie to our customers’ steel mills, electrical generation plants, and stone distribution docks in the U.S. and Canada. Our fleet operates from late March until mid-January. If you desire to sail with a high-functioning group of career employees as part of our Deck or Engineering teams, whose primary goal is the safety of all our employees, along with doing no harm to the environment, and to provide our customers with exceptional service, you will enjoy a career with us!
American Steamship Company (ASC) is always interested in connecting with qualified mariners who want to build their career on the Great Lakes. While we do not have active job openings at this time, we anticipate needs for
Able Seamen, QMEDs, Mates, and Engineers
during upcoming sailing seasons.
By submitting your information here, you will be considered for
future opportunities
as they arise. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may be contacted once positions open.
Benefits
Competitive wages with overtime opportunities
We pay for your travel to and from the vessel from your home anywhere in the United States
Paid vacation
Excellent Health and Retirement Benefits
Excellent safety record
We provide opportunities and education to support your career growth with Company sponsored training
Responsibilities
Follow safe work procedures
Follow environmental policies and procedures
Stand deck watch while the vessel is underway
Manage cargo operations and maintenance & repair throughout the ship
Other duties as assigned
American Steamship Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by United States law.
To be considered an applicant you must apply to the open posted position directly. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Requirements
Great Lakes pilotage preferred but not required
US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) licensed as a Licensed Mate, Unlimited Tonnage
US Dept of Homeland Security Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card)
Current passport or enhanced driver's license and eligible for entry into Canada
Legally authorized to work in the United States, without restriction
Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical for work
Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task
Ability and desire to put safety first
Experience working as part of a team and desire to be a team player
Desire to achieve our goals of keeping everyone safe, doing no harm to the environment, and providing superior customer service.