Experienced Dredge Tugboat Captain

Curtin Maritime•Long Beach, CA

1d•$750 - $1,100•Onsite

About The Position

Curtin Maritime is a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth, and is an industry leader in quality maritime solutions for 25 years. We are seeking experienced Dredge Tugboat Captains to join our team. This role involves working directly with the Port Captain, applying our core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency, and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard. We offer a competitive compensation package and a generous benefits package.

Requirements

Minimum 200 GRT Master of Towing Vessels Near Coastal OR 500 GRT Master Near Coastal w/ TOAR
Passport
VSO
Inland and Coastwise towing and voyage planning (tow wire, push, hip, working in current)
Proper use of tow pins, surge chains, tow wire etiquette, VHF radio etiquette, various lines/rigging, etc.
Proficient in operation of Vessel Management System (VMS)
Understanding and compliance with the Curtin Standard
Thorough recordkeeping
Ownership of vessels
Advanced crew management skills
All those listed in Captain I
Minimum 500 GRT Master of Towing Vessels
Oceans Endorsement
Experienced in auditing and proactively completing corrective actions
Thorough understanding of Sub-M, ABS, and USCG requirements
Attend and lead crews and vessels through audits and inspections
Impeccable recordkeeping
Experience creating SOP’s and commissioning new vessels
Well versed in completing external and internal audits, as well as building audit criteria to improve the Curtin Standard
Proven track record of performance in the VMS, as well as training of others in its use and function

Nice To Haves

STCW Master 500 GT Near Coastal
Oceans endorsement
STCW Med PIC
Anchor Handling
Skilled operation of assigned vessels
Ocean towing, tandem towing in various arrangements, bar crossings, etc.
Ocean voyage preparation, rigging barges for tow
Critical path and proactive planning to maximize efficiency in operations
Thorough understanding of rigging and cordage
Full utilization and operation of VMS
“Tow anything, anywhere in the world, on any boat, with any crew”
Pathfinder
Deadship rigging and towing, including design of towing package and components
Advanced ocean tandem/triple towing and design of rigging packages

Responsibilities

Apply Curtin's three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency onboard.
Maintain the Curtin Standard onboard.
Assign projects and hold everyone accountable.
Maintain professionalism with Curtin staff, regulatory bodies, customers, agents, crews, etc.
Coach crew members and provide feedback for improved performance.
Complete required performance evaluations.
Act as a leader and mentor to all by leading by example and getting your hands dirty.
Perform the basic duties of all other crew onboard.
Engage in strategic planning and consideration (Maintaining STCW rest requirements by dogging of watches, taking advantage of downtime to take provisions/fuel/water, spare parts, consumables, etc.).
Maintain a constant training ground on board the vessel.
Provide critical and constructive feedback to crew.
Lead crews when starting a new job.
Identify safe routes, SOP’s, efficiencies, proper notifications and trainings of all other crews.
Manage drydockings and repairs.
Commission vessels: "Take a dark dead boat with nothing on it and get it ready to work!"
Act as your own project manager.
Interact with and manage customers, agents, Curtin Shoreside Team, etc.