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Able Seaman, Anchorage Harbor - Anchorage, AK

Cook Inlet
401(k)
United States, Alaska, Anchorage
4510 Old International Airport Road (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2026
AB - Harbor Division
We are Alaska's tug and barge company - and are growing.
Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services throughout Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us.
Why Cook Inlet Tug & Barge?
Simply put, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is a team of exceptional merchant mariners. If you are looking for steady year-round work and enjoy what you do, this is an opportunity of a lifetime! We are committed to employee safety and take pride in our professional operations.
We offer competitive pay and a full package of benefits to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more to our full-time employees.
Get your application in today at: https://www.cookinlettug.com/careers!
Roles and Responsibilities
As an Able Seaman (AB) you will be responsible to keep our vessels in a state of readiness and keep things running smoothly.
Working at the direction of the Captain to perform various tasks such as:
* Maintain the vessel in a constant and proper state of repair and operational readiness by completing required vessel inspections, cleaning tasks, and general maintenance of the boat.
* Engine room duties as assigned.
* Maintain a watch system.
* Other duties as assigned.
Equipment used will include winches, capstan, pike pole, and pumps.
You are an integral part of the team, maintaining a safe work environment on the vessel by implementing company policies, procedures, and general maritime industry-standards.
Qualifications:
* Able Bodied (AB) Seaman endorsement.
* Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).
* Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
* QMED rating preferred.
* Valid driver's license.
* High School Diploma or equivalent, equivalent experience will be considered.
* Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Experience and Skills:
* Two years previous experience as an AB
* Two years of sea-going experience on towing vessels (preferred).
Working conditions:
* Lodging and provisions on the vessel.
* Must be physically fit to climb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders and balance while aboard vessels in a seaway; kneel, stoop, use stairs, reach overhead, and stand for long periods.
* Comfortable with heights or narrow walkways.
* Must be able to work 12 hours a day every day.
* Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, etc.).
* Year-round work, typical shift is two weeks on/off.
Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. We are a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
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