VANE BROTHERS MARITIME CAREERS

The spirit of maritime excellence that defined Vane Brothers more than 125 years ago is still very much the driving force behind the company today. We operate up-to-date equipment and develop top-of-the-line systems to enhance the safety, efficiency, comfort, and performance of our fleet. And we never lose sight of the fact that "people" are the difference-makers.

We offer exceptional CAREER OPPORTUNITIES to qualified mariners and shore-side support staff. Most of our mariners work a highly favorable, EVEN-TIME SCHEDULE: generally, 2 weeks on/2 weeks off, or 3 on/3 off (Exceptions may occur). Basically, you work six months out of the year but receive a full year's salary!

Along with providing a competitive Day Rate and benefits package, Vane Brothers proudly rewards loyalty and seniority among its mariners. Mariners with at least 12 months of service to the company receive an annual FLEET LEGACY BONUS that grows larger the longer they remain with the company.

While setting the standard of excellence in the maritime industry, Vane Brothers is always eager to bring aboard people with the right mix of skills, education, and experience to help us reach our goal.

Join the Vane Brothers Family. [2025]

Mariner Positions - Tugboats & Barges

Vane Brothers employs Tug Masters and Mates, Engineers, Deckhands/Deckhand Trainees, Barge Captains, and Tankermen/Barge Crew. As a Jones Act company, we are American-owned and American-crewed, with vessels MADE IN AMERICA.

Tug Masters and Mates*

Must possess a valid Master or Mate 200GRT NCW with towing endorsement, or greater. Experience with petroleum barges preferred, as is familiarity with New York Harbor for operations in that area.

Tankermen*

Valid PIC endorsement required. Experience preferred.

Marine Engineers*

Engineers for Coastal and Inland tugboats. Must possess a valid DDE (Designated Duty Engineer) license or greater. Two years' engine room experience required.

*A valid MMC (Merchant Mariner Credential), TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential), and medical certificate are required for all positions.

- To get your TW IC: https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/twic/ (You need the TWIC before applying for the MMC.)

- To get your MMC: https://www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/merchant_mariner_credential/

INQUIRE ABOUT A SIGN-ON BONUS FOR EXPERIENCED MASTERS, MATES, ENGINEERS, BARGE CAPTAINS, AND TANKERMEN THAT HAVE NOT PREVIOUSLY WORKED IN THESE ROLES FOR THE COMPANY. [Deckhands are not eligible for the sign-on bonus.]
 

Shore-side Positions

To support our customers, crews, and tugboat and barge movements, Vane Brothers has an experienced and highly motivated land-based team in the areas of operations, information technology, daytime and nighttime Fleet Logistics, finance, human resources, purchasing marketing, and inventory control, to name just a few.

Email: humanresources@vanebrothers.com

 

 

EXPLAINING THE Hiring Process IN 5 STEPS

Ready to apply?

Click on VANE BROTHERS JOB LIST to FILL OUT AN APPLICATION.

  Mariners Seeking ASSISTANCE with the application process:

    Email: fleetrecruiting@vanebrothers.com  

MATE TRAINING PROGRAM

Vane Brothers provides paid, in-house training opportunities for qualified Maritime Academy graduates and current tug operators.

    1. Go to the VANE BROTHERS JOB LIST and select the “Mate” position to review “requirements and qualifications” and complete an application.

    2. Upon notification of your selection, report to our Baltimore headquarters with other Mate Trainees to work a standard, even-time schedule [ 2 WEEKS ON / 2 WEEKS OFF ] over multiple tours*.

    3. Stay onboard a dedicated training tug with an experienced Captain and Engineer. A grub allowance is provided while on site.

    4. Receive hands-on instruction in vessel operations and company-specific protocols and procedures, complemented by “real world “ opportunities to demonstrate proficiency handling tugs and barges in the company fleet.

    5. Earn a Mate assignment and an immediate pay upgrade.

*The number of tours varies depending on the individual progress of each trainee.