Captain

Centerline Logistics Corporation•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe transportation of the assigned barge(s) and for the safety of the cargo, vessel(s) and crew. Responsible for safe docking of ships, (when applicable). Required to perform administrative and supervisory functions. Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of tug and barge. Centerline Logistics is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States, operating on the United States West Coast (including Alaska and Hawaii), United States East Coast (including Puerto Rico), the United States Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River System. Services provided include the transportation and storage of petroleum products, tanker escort, ship assist, the transportation of general cargo and rescue towing. Centerline Logistics is the parent company of eight businesses specializing in marine services and a bulk liquids terminal business. Centerline Logistics provides accounting, administrative, human resources, safety and environmental services, and other support to the subsidiary companies.

Requirements

Must be able to read, speak and understand English over radiotelephone and/or radio.
Must be able to communicate in English and effectively direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion.
Valid TWIC
Must have a valid first aid certificate.
Must have valid CPR training.
Must have a valid HAZWOPER certificate or complete a 24 hour training course within 6 months from date of hire.
Must be able to direct, fairly evaluate, and correct performance of subordinates.
Must have valid states driver’s license.
Valid radio operator’s license.
Must be able to understand and use information in cargo information cards and material safety data sheets.
Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision.
Valid Coast Guard license, minimum 200 GT near Coastal, with a radar observer endorsement.
Valid Master or Towing near Coastal endorsement.
Five (5) years of experience towing barges as Master, coastwise on the US West Coast, SE Alaska and Central Alaska.

Responsibilities

Oversees safety of vessel
Stands wheelhouse watches underway.
Direct crew in performance of drills.
Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.
Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Company policies and regulations.
Prepare, monitor, and update vessel work lists and maintenance schedules.
Ensure all crewmen are performing their duties.
Prepare written reports per company and regulatory agency directives.
Check and approve all requisitions and work orders.
Ensure supplies are used on an efficient manner, inventory and prepare material requisitions
Conduct inspections and monitor tug/barge maintenance activities.
Assign work projects for crew.
Inspect cleanliness of the vessel and barge.
Purchase food for crew.
Work aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.