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American Cruise Lines is seeking Mates for our growing fleet sailing unique itineraries along inland and coastal waterways of the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Columbia-Snake Rivers, Great Lakes, and Mississippi-Ohio-Cumberland-Tennessee-Arkansas Rivers. Our U.S. flag ships are state-of-the art designed for safe operation and five-star service to 100-200 guests. Mates are senior shipboard officers reporting directly to the Captain and responsible for safe vessel operations, adherence to company and regulatory standards, and representing the company as a professional leader and example. Our Mates are experienced mariners with piloting experience in challenging coastal and river waterways. Our Mates are skilled team and time managers, supervising daily deck and engineering teams while also developing piloting expertise on our coastal and river routes. Our Mates are prudent decision-makers continually reducing risk by keeping our crew tasks ahead of daily and weekly schedules. Our Mates are people-oriented leaders and meticulous professionals, in service to our guests and as examples to our crews. American Cruise Lines offers competitive pay and benefits, along with comprehensive professional development programs. Mates enjoy comfortable onboard stateroom accommodations and chef prepared meals. American Cruise Lines operates our own bridge simulator, enabling rigorous recurrent training and development focused on critical decision-making and advanced piloting skills. American Cruise Lines recruits, develops, and retains the best professional mariners in the industry. At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values-Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America's Story on the Finest American Ships. Responsibilities: * Safety and Security of the passengers, crew and vessel. * Prudent vessel watch keeping and safe vessel operations, adhering to company and regulatory standards. * Comprehensive daily inspection of all vessel interior and exterior spaces. * Supervision and Development of Third Mates, Engineers, and Deckhands. * Execution of Vessel cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics. * Execution of Crew orientation, training, watch standing, and emergency drills. * Teamwork with Hotel Officers and Service Crew ensuring five-star guest service. * Administrative documentation of cleaning, sanitation, maintenance, and logistics. * Leadership of safe, secure, clean, and comfortable onboard environment for passengers and crew. * Typical Schedule: March - November, 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off or 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off Qualifications: * U.S. Coast Guard Mate's license: minimum 100T, desired license 1600T. * Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). * Mate experience on coastal and river waterways: minimum 2yrs, desired 5yrs with Z-drive experience. * Basic marine engineering knowledge of diesel machinery, hydraulics, and liquid load management. * Excellent communication skills and team-building skills. * Pre-employment drug test and continual participation in random testing. Perks: * Competitive salary. * Health, dental, and vision plans available. * Matching 401(k) plan available. * World-class training in our own ship simulator facility. * Covered Expenses - American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid training from industry experts. * Job sites across the nation*

About Boatswains Mates (BMs), the oldest rate in the Navy, have a rich history of honored traditions. BMs are the leaders and backbone of every ships crew. They maintain the exterior surfaces of ships, deck handling machinery, and equipment, handle cargo, and operate small boats during various evolutions, including Anti-Terrorism Operations and Maritime Interdiction boardings of suspect ships. Responsibilities Standing watch as helmsman, lookouts, and Boatswain Mate of the Watch. Repairing, maintaining, and stowing equipment in preparation for underway operations. Serving as Search and Rescue swimmers. Standing security watches while in port and underway. Operating sound-powered telephone systems. Participating in naval ceremonies. Conducting underway replenishment (transferring supplies from ship to ship at sea). Operating small boats and performing flight deck and amphibious operations. Taking command of tugs, barges, and other small craft. Supervising deck crew in cleaning, painting, and maintaining ships and their equipment. Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations. Teaching seamanship and serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations. What to Expect Boatswains Mates perform most of their duties outdoors, working closely with others. The majority of their work is physical in nature. Work Environment BMs spend about 60% of their time assigned to fleet units and 40% assigned to shore stations over a 20-year career. They often work in outdoor environments, which can be physically demanding and involve teamwork. Training & Advancement Upon completion of Recruit Training, BMs attend a four-week A school in Great Lakes, IL, where they learn basic general safety, watch standing, deck seamanship, underway replenishment, and preventive maintenance. Selected BMs may receive additional amphibious training depending on future assignments. Promotion opportunities are above average compared to other Navy ratings. Education Opportunities BMs can earn college credits through the American Council on Education for courses taken in this rating. Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree programs that support professional development and educational advancement. Qualifications & Requirements To qualify as a BM, individuals should: Be able to get along well with others and speak clearly and distinctly. Have resourcefulness, a good memory, curiosity, physical strength, manual dexterity, and the ability to work as a team member. Be capable of performing repetitive tasks. Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Required qualifications: 18 years or older Legally authorized to work in the United States RequiredPreferredJob Industries Government & Military

About Boatswains Mates (BMs), the oldest rate in the Navy, have a rich history of honored traditions. BMs are the leaders and backbone of every ships crew. They maintain the exterior surfaces of ships, deck handling machinery, and equipment, handle cargo, and operate small boats during various evolutions, including Anti-Terrorism Operations and Maritime Interdiction boardings of suspect ships. Responsibilities Standing watch as helmsman, lookouts, and Boatswain Mate of the Watch. Repairing, maintaining, and stowing equipment in preparation for underway operations. Serving as Search and Rescue swimmers. Standing security watches while in port and underway. Operating sound-powered telephone systems. Participating in naval ceremonies. Conducting underway replenishment (transferring supplies from ship to ship at sea). Operating small boats and performing flight deck and amphibious operations. Taking command of tugs, barges, and other small craft. Supervising deck crew in cleaning, painting, and maintaining ships and their equipment. Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations. Teaching seamanship and serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations. What to Expect Boatswains Mates perform most of their duties outdoors, working closely with others. The majority of their work is physical in nature. Work Environment BMs spend about 60% of their time assigned to fleet units and 40% assigned to shore stations over a 20-year career. They often work in outdoor environments, which can be physically demanding and involve teamwork. Training & Advancement Upon completion of Recruit Training, BMs attend a four-week A school in Great Lakes, IL, where they learn basic general safety, watch standing, deck seamanship, underway replenishment, and preventive maintenance. Selected BMs may receive additional amphibious training depending on future assignments. Promotion opportunities are above average compared to other Navy ratings. Education Opportunities BMs can earn college credits through the American Council on Education for courses taken in this rating. Additionally, the United States Naval Community College (USNCC) offers degree programs that support professional development and educational advancement. Qualifications & Requirements To qualify as a BM, individuals should: Be able to get along well with others and speak clearly and distinctly. Have resourcefulness, a good memory, curiosity, physical strength, manual dexterity, and the ability to work as a team member. Be capable of performing repetitive tasks. Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Required qualifications: 18 years or older Legally authorized to work in the United States RequiredPreferredJob Industries Government & Military