Able Bodied Seaman
Chevron · San Ramon, California, United States
Temporary Posted 4 days ago
About this role
Chevron USA - Marine is accepting online applications for the position of Able Bodied Seaman located on one of their US Flag fleet of vessels through July 2nd , 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (PST). Chevron is one of the world’s leading energy companies, with approximately 60,000 employees working in countries around the world
We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market, and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power, and develop future energy resources, including biofuels and geothermal energy. Overview: 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 must have STCW endorsement for Basic Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (Tankerman Assist) or Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations (Tankerman PIC) prior to joining if selected
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. 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, p
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