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Able Bodied Seaman

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Able Bodied Seaman

San Ramon, CA

Responsible for the safe navigation of the ships and safe cargo handling operations.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position through February 3rd, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. (PST).  

Chevron USA - Marine is accepting online applications for the position of Able Seaman located on one of their US Flag fleet of vessels.

The Sailors’ Union of the Pacific represents all unlicensed personnel employed on the Company’s US Flag seagoing vessels. 

You must hold a current USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials, STCW 95 endorsements, valid USCG/STCW medical certificate, valid passport, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and Tankerman Assist or Tankerman Dangerous Liquid

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The general guideline for vessel assignment length is 90 days for unlicensed personnel.  Vacation will accrue at 25 days for each 30 days of work. 

Pre-employment screening consists of:

  • Background Check

  • Drug Tests:  DOT & Non-Dot hair screen test

  • Physical Fitness for Duty examination

  • Functional capacity evaluation

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Routine Duties:

  • Performs “Helmsman” duties as required receiving direct verbal orders on steering directions or courses from the Deck Watch Officer, Master, Pilot or Mooring Master and manually manipulating the vessel’s wheel.

  • Stands at sea “Lookout” watches as required.

  • Stands “Hose” and “Gangway” watch while in port ensuring that hose pressures do not exceed authorized allowances and that no leakage occurs during the transfer of cargo; keeps a continuous lookout to prevent unauthorized personnel from boarding the vessel and ensures that the gangway is always properly rigged.

  • Stands cargo watch communicating gauge tape readings to watch officer and assist with turning of cargo valves.

  • Assists the Deck Officer on watch during loading and discharging operations, performing all functions and other such duties that may arise.

  • Performs maintenance and other seaman’s duties required on deck, under the direction of the Bosun or Chief Mate.

Safety:

  • Active and positive participant in monthly safety meeting.

  • Points out unsafe acts or conditions to everyone on board.

  • Stops work if unsafe conditions or practices are uncovered.

  • Able to participate in an Emergency Response team.

Teamwork/Working with Others:

  • Effective in relating to others

  • Willing to assist others.

  • Works well under pressure.

  • Maintains an appropriate demeanor and appearance.

Required Qualifications:

  • Current USCG Merchant Mariner document

  • STCW 95 endorsements, Basic Training, VPDSD

  • Valid USCG/STCW Medical Certificate

  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

  • Valid Passport

  • Must have Tankerman Assist or Tankerman Dangerous Liquid or Tankerman PIC  prior to joining if selected.

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Client-provided location(s): San Ramon, CA, USA
Job ID: daee12418e591ea4ed6955e433220461e14db24ba821f038f7575219bb13e57b
Employment Type: Other