Mate Tankerman

Centerline Logistics Corporation • Bayonne, NJ

6d

About The Position

Overview Acts as second in command of the tug and barge. Must be able to understand and carry out the orders and directions of the Captain. The job responsibilities include loading and discharging multi-cargo barges. Must be prepared to assume command in the event of incapacity of the Captain. Responsible for safely making and breaking tow with barges, handling lines, and wires. Responsibilities Stands wheelhouse watch alternating with Captain. Oversees safety of the vessel including all installed equipment and inspections thereof. Instructs Deckhands in seamanship skills and on the use of all tools and machinery aboard the vessel. Assists Captain in barge landings and must be able to communicate distances and directions to Captain accurately and concisely. Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary. Calculate petroleum products and weighted averages. Plan and execute petroleum cargo operations on board barges and complete accurate paperwork. Maintain professional communications. Check oil and water in any equipment on board before putting in use. Inspecting for and maintaining general tug and barge maintenance and cleanliness. Become familiar with and enforce Company safety practices. Inventory supplies and order as appropriate. Monitor onboard usage, and ensure supplies are utilized in an efficient manner.

Requirements

• Must have a valid 200 GT Near Coastal Coast Guard license with radar observer, towing endorsement, PIC barge, STCW, and valid TWIC.
• Knowledge of Coast Guard and state requirements for transfer operations.
• Previous experience as a tank barge PIC on oil barges required.
• Valid first aid certificate and CPR training.
• Complete HAZWOPER training within 90 days of hire.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Ability to think and respond quickly to emergency situations (oil spills, mechanical failures, etc.).
• Self-motivated
• Must be able to pass a company physical.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night.
• Willing to take call outs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with clean products and multiple cargos preferred.
• Previous experience as a Mate or Master of a tug hauling oil barges preferred.
• Previous experience as a tank barge operator on oil barges preferred.
• Experience working in Hawaiian ports with local knowledge a plus.
• Permanent residence in Hawaii preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as second in command of the tug and barge.
• Understands and carries out the orders and directions of the Captain.
• Loading and discharging multi-cargo barges.
• Prepared to assume command in the event of incapacity of the Captain.
• Safely making and breaking tow with barges, handling lines, and wires.
• Stands wheelhouse watch alternating with Captain.
• Oversees safety of the vessel including all installed equipment and inspections thereof.
• Instructs Deckhands in seamanship skills and on the use of all tools and machinery aboard the vessel.
• Assists Captain in barge landings and must be able to communicate distances and directions to Captain accurately and concisely.
• Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.
• Calculate petroleum products and weighted averages.
• Plan and execute petroleum cargo operations on board barges and complete accurate paperwork.
• Maintain professional communications.
• Check oil and water in any equipment on board before putting in use.
• Inspecting for and maintaining general tug and barge maintenance and cleanliness.
• Become familiar with and enforce Company safety practices.
• Inventory supplies and order as appropriate.
• Monitor onboard usage, and ensure supplies are utilized in an efficient manner.

Benefits

• The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements.
• 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements.
• All benefits information may be subject to change based on any current or updated benefit plan year changes and/or Collective Bargaining Agreements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees