Foss Captain California

Foss MaritimeRichmond, CA
10d

About The Position

As a Captain, you'll be an essential part of our mission to provide safe and reliable maritime services. You'll work alongside a dedicated team that values professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Foss Maritime is seeking an experienced California Deck Officer. This position is a full-time, 14 days guaranteed per calendar month, Captain position located in Foss Northern California. This position has a set schedule of 1 week on and 1 week off and is not assigned to any particular vessel. This is a guaranteed position with the ability to work in different Foss regions and vessels (located in California). As a Guaranteed Captain, when working outside of your assigned home region, all travel expenses will be paid by Foss.

Requirements

  • Valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) or Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC).
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Must possess and maintain a National Master 500/1600 OC or NC license, National Master of Towing, STCW, Radar Endorsement, MMC, and TWIC.
  • 5 years experience as a Master on Ship Assist and Escort vessels. Offshore towing experience preferred.
  • Familiarization with multiple types of propulsion: knowledge of ASD vessel required and experience driving Conventional vessels desired.
  • Work experience required in either the San Francisco Bay or the Long Beach region. Experience in both regions preferred.
  • Thorough knowledge of vessel handling and navigational skills commensurate with operating assignments.
  • Working knowledge of propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery.
  • Must be able to economically supervise all aspects of the operation of the vessel, its cargo and crew.
  • Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision.
  • Ability to withstand exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
  • Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night.
  • Must possess strong written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

  • Offshore towing experience preferred.
  • Experience in both regions preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure safe navigation of the vessel at all times.
  • Oversee vessel drills, training, maintenance, and inspections to ensure compliance with company, safety, and maritime standards.
  • Ensure prompt and accurate reporting of all equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, accidents and damages.
  • Hold crew accountable for their adherence to maritime law, company policies and procedures, and their individual performance/productivity.

Benefits

  • The benefit program includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
  • Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Long term disability insurance.
  • 401k program with a 4% match, vested immediately.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Business travel assistance program.
  • Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates.
  • All other benefits as required by law
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