Careers with Polar Tankers

Become part of a team of the most highly trained mariners in the world.

Polar Tankers operates five Endeavour-class tankers in the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline System (TAPS) trade; loading crude oil in the Port of Valdez, Alaska, and delivering to terminals in Puget Sound, San Francisco, Los Angeles/Long Beach and Hawaii.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – Safety, People, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation and Teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

Workplace culture continues to be foremost for applicants and employees. Long-term stability and our workplace culture contribute to our average years of service exceeding most others in the industry.

Work for an Elite, World-Class Company

Backed by the strength of one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies with operations in 13 countries.
Unlicensed crew aboard Polar Tankers ships have an average tour length of 75 days onboard with 60 days of paid leave.
Officer crew aboard Polar Tankers ships have an average tour length of 60 days onboard with 60 days of paid leave.
Strong focus on safety and a healthy work culture.

Opportunities to Fuel Your Future

	Officers	Unlicensed
	Third Assistant Engineer or Third Mate	Able Bodied Seaman or Oiler	Utility	Messperson
Estimated Total Target Cash (ETTC)*	~$144,913	~$107,452	~$78,813	~$70,349
ETTC + Retirement/ Savings Match	~$165,464	~$122,691	~$89,990	~$80,326

*Total Target Cash is defined as annual pay, estimated overtime**, and target payout for our discretionary annual cash bonus program. As of March 1, 2024.
**Only unlicensed are eligible for overtime.

Competitive Salary

Competitive pay comprised of a biweekly salary, overtime** worked while on board, and discretionary annual cash bonus based on company performance.

Exceptional Benefits

Retirement and 401(k) benefits to help you reach your financial goals.
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and mental health coverage.

Life on Board

The crew of Polar Tankers vessels enjoy access to a variety of resources and amenities onboard, including:

Individual state rooms
Unlimited, always-on high-speed Starlink wi-fi
Satellite TV in all cabins
Well-appointed onboard gyms
Recreation areas, such as a lounge with a big screen TV and stadium seating for movies; game consoles; hundreds of movies; library with fiction and non-fiction books; card table for board games.