PNW Harbor Captain - Seattle, WA

Foss And Company • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The PNW Harbor Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of vessels, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies. This role involves planning vessel assignments, supervising crew members, and maintaining communication with customers and regulatory agencies. The Captain must ensure that all personnel are trained and informed about safety and operational procedures, while also evaluating crew performance and adherence to maritime laws.

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a National Master 500 Near Coastal or higher license, Master of Towing, STCW, Radar Endorsement, MMC, and TWIC.
• 3+ years' experience as a Master or Mate on a tractor tug doing harbor assist work.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Able to pass a simulated or live assessment.

Nice To Haves

• GMDSS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe navigation of the vessel at all times.
• Ensure safe and efficient maneuvering of vessel during ship work, barge work and escorts.
• Conducts required drills, training, safety meetings and maintains records of such, per company policy.
• Conducts and ensures compliance with vessel maintenance and inspection requirements as prescribed by the company.
• Inspects vessel to ensure conformance with safety standards and maritime regulations.
• Work closely with customers, pilots and appropriate government agencies to ensure the proper performance of the job.
• Ensures prompt and accurate reporting of all equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, accidents and damages.
• Maintains current knowledge of all maritime laws.
• Directs and supervises crew members in safe and productive operation of the vessel, its machinery and equipment.
• Holds crew accountable for their adherence to maritime law, company policies and procedures, and their individual performance/productivity.
• Evaluate all crewmembers in accordance with Company policy and take action as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Life Insurance equal to two times annual base salary.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Long term disability insurance.
• 401k program with a 4% match, vested immediately; and a company paid discretionary contribution of an additional 3% subject to a six (6) year vesting.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed