Crew positions This is no desk job

It’s hard work. But it’s rewarding work. And, for many people on our crews at sea, it’s the adventure of a lifetime.

Processors apply here

Employee Referral Form
(Only for current American Seafoods employees.)

APPLY HERE FOR VESSEL CREW JOBS

We are currently hiring for our upcoming A Season starting in January 2024.

View current openings for positions on board one of our fishing vessels in the Bering Sea.

APPLY FOR CREW JOBS HERE

HARD WORK.
BIG REWARDS.

Our six vessels make up the most advanced fishing fleet of its kind in the world.

We’re looking for crew members who are prepared for long hours at sea. It requires hard work, and it’s not a job for everyone. But you’ll be paid well, receive excellent benefits, and have great stories to tell.

 

PROTECTING OUR CREWS AND COMMUNITITES

The health and safety of our crew is our number one priority. We are taking every possible precaution to keep our vessels clean and our crew safe.

Each member of our crew (existing and new hires) will participate in our strict quarantine program to ensure safety among all crew members. Crew members will also be required to undergo COVID-19 tests, pass a fit-for-duty exam, show proof of COVID-19 vaccine, exemption, or obtain vaccination through us, and receive this year’s flu shot. Only individuals who meet our requirements will be permitted to board our vessels. This is critical for the safety of you and your fellow crew members!

Each vessel undergoes an enhanced cleaning procedure prior to crew boarding. While at sea, we follow enhanced cleaning procedures and other safety precautions.

 

Who's On Board

Meet members of the American Seafoods crew who represent our pride at sea!

AARON BRAATEN
ENGINEER
MATILDA JEUNG
ASSISTANT FACTORY MANAGER
LELEAI TUILEFANO MITCHELL
PROCESSOR
NOLAN CLAY
GALLEY ASSISTANT
VINCENT TRAN
SURIMI TECHNICIAN
TOYA ELLIS
PURSER
DAVE FLANDERS
MATE
LISA THIBERT CAMERON
CHIEF STEWARD
RAFAEL PEREZ
PROCESSOR
CHRIS WILLIAMS
PROCESSOR
BRIAN WEBER
MATE & RELIEF MASTER
ROBERT GUMIRAN
SURIMI TECH

ASK JEN

See answers to frequently asked questions from our director of HR. 

Seasons and contracts vary; however, you can generally expect to be away from home for three to four months at a time.

Pay is crew-share-based and will be deposited into your bank account 10 business days after a trip ends.

“Crew share” refers to a payment system based on the percentage of the ship’s catch. The more fish you and the crew catch, the more money you and the crew make.

You are responsible for your expenses and travel to our Seattle, Washington, USA port of departure. If you’re hired after a vessel has departed, we’ll cover your travel expense and arrangements to the vessel.  

I have to admit, that’s a challenge. We have limited internet access on the boats and at shore. However, many crew members have had good success with apps called WeChat and WhatsApp to communicate with loved ones.

Yes, all vessel crew members will be asked to complete an annual fit-for-duty exam.

In response to the global outbreak of COVID-19, we adapted these requirements to include testing and screening procedures for all crew prior to departure. Those include a 14-day quarantine, COVID-19 tests, and a flu shot.

Yes! With the right can-do attitude, commitment and skill set you can definitely make working for American Seafoods a lifelong career. Many of our department heads and licensed crew started as a processor.

 

Reality check what to expect at sea

Check out our video gallery for a firsthand look at what it’s like to work and live aboard one of our state-of-the-art fishing vessels.

First Impressions of the Job

Reality Check

Rewards and Your New Family

Career Path

Ask Jen

Crew positions

IN THE WHEELHOUSE
Wheelhouse positions include the captain and the first mate, who oversee vessel operations from bow to stern.

ON THE DECK
Deckhands and bosuns set gear and do the work of deploying and retrieving nets.

IN THE GALLEY
Galley crew members, including the galley assistant and first cook, are in charge of feeding the crew, as well as cleaning the ship and doing laundry.

IN THE FACTORY
The largest staff on the boat, the factory crew includes processors, surimi quality controllers, and fishmeal techs who work belowdecks in the fish processing areas.

ON THE ENGINES
Engine crew members, including a first engineer and an oiler, maintain the engines and onboard equipment.

Apply Today

View current openings for positions on board one of our fishing vessels working in the Bering Sea.

APPLY FOR CREW JOBS HERE