Launch your Career in Maritime Services
The Maritime industry fills a vital need in our world, and is always on the lookout for
qualified workers—both on the water and ashore. The skills needed to succeed in the
Maritime industry are in high demand across the country. Targeted training, such as you
would receive in apprenticeships, maritime academies, with the U.S. Coast Guard, and
on the water, are the key to launching and advancing your career.
Get started by enrolling in a maritime training program, or by applying for an
apprenticeship or an entry level position. Foss offers extensive training and educational
support, and partners with many local and national maritime academies to help aspiring
mariners reach their goals. Learn more at
Master Captain
Captains command the vessel. They oversee the safe operation and performance of tugs
and barges, as well as the tow and its cargo. They supervise and are responsible for the
welfare of the crew. Whether navigating the vessel between ports, conducting training,
performing inspections, troubleshooting problems on the water or aboard the tug, or
directing the activities of fellow mariners, the Captain is the person ultimately responsible
for everything aboard his or her vessel—onshore or afloat.
Mate
Mates assists captains in towing, docking and unloading of barge and other vessels from
port to port. They supervise the crew when the captain is off watch. While towing, the
Mate’s attention is focused on water depth, weather, keeping the tow wire clear of the
bottom, navigational tools, and other vessels in the water. He/she is responsible for the
safety of the vessel and crew while underway and maintains the official vessel log. In
addition, Mates operate winches, engines, generators and electrical systems along with
wheelhouse navigational electronics and devices.
Chief Engineer
Chief Engineers ensure that the vessel’s operating systems are maintained and ready to
work at all times. They perform preventative maintenance on and repair all machinery
and equipment including the main engines, generators, electrical systems, hydraulic
systems, air systems, fueling transfer
systems, steering gear systems and
controls, alarm systems, refrigeration,
piping systems, firefighting and
lifesaving equipment and deck
machinery including winches,
capstans and cranes.
Able Seaman
Able Seamen work on the deck,
handling heavy towlines (large-
diameter ropes), wire straps (heavy
cable), chains and shackles to move
and secure boats and barges. Also
called “AB’s,” Able Seamen are
required to tie knots, splice line
and wire and handle large towlines
using hand tools. Line throwing is an
important decking skill. AB’s may also
be required to serve as lookout at
times when the vessel is navigating
in reduced visibility.
ALWAYS SAFE. ALWAYS READY.
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Foss offers a wealth of opportunities,
onshore and afloat.
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