Second Mate (ATB)

Centerline Logistics Corporation•Channelview, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Acts as third in command of the tug. Must be able to understand and carry out the orders and directions of the Captain. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: cargo pumps, assist in operating tank/pipeline valves, operate manual and hydraulic booms. Must be prepared to assume command in the event of incapacity of the Captain.

Requirements

Must have a valid Mate Coast Guard license 200 GT near Coastal or Oceans with radar observer endorsement or higher.
Previous experience as a Mate or Master of a tug hauling oil barges.
Knowledge of Coast Guard and state requirements for transfer operations.
Completion of Coast Guard approved firefighting training.
Knowledge of company safety practices.
Valid state driver’s
Valid first aid certificate and CPR training.
Complete 24 hour HAZWOPER training within 30 days of hire.
Must be able to fairly evaluate subordinates.
Must be able to understand and use information in cargo information cards and material safety data sheets.
Ability to be self-motivated and to think and respond quickly to emergency situations (oil spills, mechanical failures, etc.).
Must be able to read, speak, and understand English over telephone and/or radio.
The maximum facial hair you can have is a mustache & a short goatee, nothing can extend below your jaw line.
Must pass a respirator fit test as a pre-employment requirement and again once a year.

Nice To Haves

Tankerman PIC or Tankerman Assist, preferred
Previous experience as a tank barge operator on oil barges preferred.

Responsibilities

Stands wheelhouse watch with the Captain and Chief Mate, generally when the vessel is beyond the sea buoy. When the unit is inside the sea buoy the Second Mate should be prepared to assist with cargo operations on the barge.
Oversees safety of vessel including all installed equipment and inspections thereof.
Safely handles lines and wires as appropriate for mooring operations.
Maintains chart corrections and light lists, Coast Pilots and all other applicable publications for Area of Operations.
Must be able to communicate effectively and direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion.
Must be able to train assigned workers. Instruct deckhands in seamanship skills and on 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 clearly, accurately and concisely.
Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.
Become familiar with and enforce company safety practices.
Complete accurate paperwork. Knowledge of basic arithmetic skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
Maintain professional relations with customers.
Check oil and water in any equipment on board before putting in use.
Responsible for general barge maintenance and cleanliness.
Assists in hydrostatic testing cargo hoses and piping.
Change engine oil and filters.
Splice barge lines and boom running gear.
Inspecting for cleanliness of vessel and barge.
Inventory supplies and order as appropriate.
Monitor onboard usage to ensure supplies are utilized in an efficient manner.