Foss Trainee Captain - Northern California

Foss Maritime•Richmond, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Foss Maritime is seeking a California Trainee Deck Officer. This position is a full-time, 14 days guaranteed per calendar month, Trainee Captain position located in Foss Northern California. This position has a set schedule of 1 week on/off or two on/off and is not assigned to any particular vessel. This is a guaranteed position with the ability to train in different Foss regions and vessels (located in California). As a Guaranteed Trainee Captain, when working outside of your assigned home region, all travel expenses will be paid by Foss.

Requirements

Valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) or Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC).
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must possess and maintain a National Master 200 OC or NC license, National Master of Towing, STCW, Radar Endorsement, MMC, and TWIC.
2-3 years experience as a Mate on Ship Assist and Escort vessels.
Familiarization with multiple types of propulsion: knowledge of ASD vessel required.
Thorough knowledge of vessel handling and navigational skills commensurate with operating assignments.
Working knowledge of propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery.
Must be able to economically supervise all aspects of the operation of the vessel, its cargo and crew.
Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision.
Ability to withstand exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night.
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Offshore towing experience preferred.
experience driving Conventional vessels desired.
Work experience preferred in either the San Francisco Bay or the Long Beach region.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility and authority for the execution of all vessel assignments including, but not limited to, planning the most efficient and safe operation of the vessel and its crew, implementing the operating plan in a cost-effective manner, and evaluating and reporting the results.
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, requirements and documentation in the Foss Safety Management System Manual (SMS).
Ensure that all personnel assigned to vessels are provided with information, instructions and directions necessary for meeting the program objectives of safety, environmental protection and quality service through knowledgeable and competent execution of assigned tasks.
Ensure safe navigation of the vessel at all times.
Oversee vessel drills, training, maintenance, and inspections to ensure compliance with company, safety, and maritime standards.
Ensure prompt and accurate reporting of all equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, accidents and damages.
Hold crew accountable for their adherence to maritime law, company policies and procedures, and their individual performance/productivity.

Benefits

Medical coverage for you and your family.
Dental coverage for you and your family.
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.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Business travel assistance program.
Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates.
All other benefits as required by law.