Fleet Boat Captain - (non live-aboard)

Ingram Barge Company•Channelview, TX

14h

About The Position

Before applying please note: Must have Drivers License Before applying, please take into consideration that this is not a live aboard position. Due to daily commuting requirements, we are seeking applicants that live around 45 minutes of Channelview, TX Schedule: 14/7 What you’ll be doing: Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems and policies Participating in safety drills and audits Supervising the Mate and Deckhands in consultation with the Captain and shore-based leadership Assuring safe and efficient vessel navigation through compliance with the “rules of the road” Practicing good seamanship and boat handling skills Complying and ensuring the crew is complying with USCG and environmental laws and regulations Demonstrating felt leadership Delegating vessel responsibilities, duties and tasks considering crew members position and ability Assisting with crew evaluations Assisting in training of deck crew Navigating barges safely to and from docks on the Houston ship channel Navigating barges in close quarter situations to include headline operations Performing other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Demonstration of the Ingram Way
Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
Proven leadership abilities
Working knowledge of fleet operations
Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance
Ability to apply basic critical thinking and decision-making skills to tow building and locking
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
Strong communication skills with all levels within the organization
Intermediate skills with MS Outlook
Possess High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Possess a valid Driver’s License
Obtain or be able to obtain a valid TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)’
Hold a Radar endorsement
Must hold a Master of Towing Upon Western Rivers, Master of Towing vessels Upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters
Hold a FCC Radio License
Be CPR/First Aid, AED Certified or willing to obtain upon hire
Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, physical)
Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff

Responsibilities

Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems and policies
Participating in safety drills and audits
Supervising the Mate and Deckhands in consultation with the Captain and shore-based leadership
Assuring safe and efficient vessel navigation through compliance with the “rules of the road”
Practicing good seamanship and boat handling skills
Complying and ensuring the crew is complying with USCG and environmental laws and regulations
Demonstrating felt leadership
Delegating vessel responsibilities, duties and tasks considering crew members position and ability
Assisting with crew evaluations
Assisting in training of deck crew
Navigating barges safely to and from docks on the Houston ship channel
Navigating barges in close quarter situations to include headline operations
Performing other related duties as assigned