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Able Bodied Seaman
Chevron —San Ramon, CA
- $26.40 an hour
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- Pass drug screening
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- $32.58 - $35.28 an hour
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- Writing skills
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Ordinary Seaman
Metson Group —Ventura, CA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- No experience needed
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Able Bodied Seaman - Marine
Savage Services —Long Beach, CA
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel reimbursement
- Profit sharing
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SIO Research Vessel Deck Crew - Per Diem
UC San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $25.00 - $52.16 an hour
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Dredge Engineer
Curtin Maritime —Long Beach, CA
- $450 - $875 a day
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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Tugboat Engineer
Curtin Maritime —Long Beach, CA
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- Mid-level
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- Disability insurance
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OSV Engineer
Curtin Maritime —Long Beach, CA
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- Mid-level
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Savage Services —United States
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Able Bodied Seaman

Chevron -
San Ramon, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$26.40 an hour

Qualifications

Water hazardous materials cargo handling
Petroleum product handling
TWIC Card
Oil & gas
Liquid cargo transportation
Merchant Mariner Credential

Full Job Description

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

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 29th, 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, 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.

Pre-employment screening consists of:

DOT drug testing & Non-DOT hair drug test
Background check
Physical Fitness for Duty examination
Functional capacity evaluation

Required Qualifications:

Current USCG Merchant Mariner document
STCW 95 endorsements: Basic Training, VPDSD, must have Basic Oil Tanker Cargo Operations or Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations prior to joining if selected.
Must have National Endorsement: Tankerman Assist or Tankerman PIC prior to joining if selected.
Valid USCG/STCW Medical Certificate
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Valid Passport

Relocation Options:

Relocation will not be considered.

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.

Important Information

The compensation for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on his or her skills, experience, and qualifications. Please note that the compensation listed below are only applicable to successful candidates who are hired onto local United States payroll.
The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $ 26.40

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

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

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