Tugboat Captain Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must have experience as a U.S.C.G. MOTV licensed Captain with towing and endorsements for Western Rivers, Oceans, and/or Near Coastal waters.
• Must have a valid TWIC (receipts NOT accepted).
• Must have a valid DL.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to carry, push/pull and/or lift materials weighing upwards of 75lbs.
• Maintain the vessel budget and help maximize cost efficiency as directed.
• Complete required log entries and maintain radio watch as required.
• Give assignments and direction to the mate and/or lead deckhand.
• Ability to meet USCG physical examination requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of the vessel and support equipment.
• Implementing the safety and environmental policy of the Company, motivating the crew in the execution of that policy, issuing orders in a clear and concise manner and reviewing safety and pollution prevention activities.
• Reporting defects to the Company and other matters with implications for safe operations or pollution risk and which require the assistance of the Company.
• Appraising and coordinating on-board training requirements with the Company.
• Ensuring that all safety information is kept in date and available to all members of the crew at all times.
• Review of on-board contingency plans and ship procedures and reporting any deficiencies to the company.
• Reporting non-conformities, accidents involving personnel or plant and hazardous situations to the Company.
• Requesting assistance from the Company as may be deemed necessary to ensure safe and pollution-free operation of the ship.
• Provide employee scheduling information to the crew.
• Maintain the vessel budget and help maximize cost efficiency as directed.
• Complete required log entries and maintain radio watch as required.
• Give assignments and direction to the mate and/or lead deckhand.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with match