We are Hiring!
Want to earn more than $60,000 right out of high school?
All aboard for a rewarding career on the water. A seafaring career offers many opportunities and benefits.
- No experience necessary
- Guaranteed first job placement
- Good benefits and Pension Plan
- Free education at the Seafarers Training Institute in Maryland
- Hard work and discipline
- Variety of jobs from cook, to deck hand, to welder to heavy machine operator
- Modern ships with wifi
- Opportunities to travel abroad
- Member of a strong union that protects and advocates for its members
We are looking for talented and hard-working women and men with a variety of skills, abilities and backgrounds who are ready to jump into a dynamic career at sea. We also represent dockyard workers. Learn about the Unlicensed Apprentice Program and how to become a seafarer here.
Now Accepting New Members
Whether you are already a seafarer, trained in a trade or have no experience, we want you to join us. Please contact siuofcanada@seafarers.ca for more information.
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