Great Lakes Piloting Mate

Job overview

The Great Lakes Piloting Mate role is based in Buffalo, NY, and serves aboard U.S.-flag self-unloading vessels; compensation is not specified. Mainstay Maritime’s American Steamship Company transports raw materials across the Great Lakes and emphasizes safety and operational excellence. As senior deck officer and principal assistant to the Master, the Mate supports safe vessel navigation, operations, and cargo work while leading crews. The role contributes to reliable fleet performance and crew development across Great Lakes maritime transportation.

What you'll do

• Serve as senior deck officer and principal assistant to the Master
• support safe vessel navigation and operation
• lead crews and manage cargo operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

great lakes piloting mate

mate

first-class pilot

maritime transportation

vessel operations

great lakes

buffalo ny

mainstay maritime

american steamship company

twic

merchant mariner credential

amo union

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company-paid travel to and from the vessel, healthcare, retirement and insurance programs, paid training, professional development, license upgrades, and career advancement are listed.

Why this role

Requires a Transportation Worker Identification Credential, U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential, Mate of Unlimited Tonnage endorsement for the Great Lakes and Inland Waters, and First Class Pilot qualification for specified Great Lakes routes. Must join the AMO union within 30 days.

About the employer

Mainstay Maritime is hiring for this role. Industry: Coastal and Great Lakes Passenger Transportation. Sector: 48.