Captain

Bowhead • Mobile, AL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowhead Marine Support Services is seeking part-time, on-call Captains to support ship readiness and operations for the US Coast Guard's Aviation Training Center (ATC). The ATC's mission is to train and produce mission-ready aircrews and develop aviation capabilities. This role involves shipboard operations, rigging for helicopter operations, and deck seamanship. Bowhead operates the M/V Solomon, a 32' high-speed landing craft used in "special missions" supporting Homeland Security waterway operations. The Captain will support tactical boat maneuvers and aerial recovery, contributing to the training and development of pilot skills in tactical maneuvering and search and rescue.

Requirements

• USCG Merchant Marine Master's license 100 ton or greater, required.
• TWIC card.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience operating twin outboard powered vessels greater than 30 feet in length required.
• General PC knowledge required including; spreadsheet software, word processing software and knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Individual should have stability under pressure and have the ability to withstand the stresses associated with the job's physical demands, potentially hazardous situations, and unpredictable weather.
• US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of shipboard safety procedures and use of all firefighting and safety equipment, highly desired.
• Local resident of Baldwin County preferred due to location of vessels and mission activity.
• Military experience preferred. Coast Guard or Navy experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Monitors preparation of vessel and equipment.
• Ensures safe and effective operation of the vessel.
• Ensures safety equipment is utilized and appropriate guidelines are followed for all tasks involving physical risk or hazardous materials.
• Participate in meetings, training, drills and safety audits as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed