Tugboat Operator

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.
McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of:
Genuine. We, Not I. All In.
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We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

McCarthy Building Companies is hiring a Tugboat Operator for our exciting Marine project in La Porte, TX
. In this role, you will operate and navigate a tugboat to push material and crane barges around a construction site. The ideal applicant has 3+ years of proven experience.

McCarthy proudly offers our craft professionals:

• Professional Development
• Referral Cash Bonuses!

McCarthy’s core purpose is to be the Best Builder in America. We value our skilled tradespeople, and we know the abilities you bring make us a better company. Together, we can build great things

• Operates and provides upkeep of work boat on which they are assigned
• Operates and navigates boat to and from designated areas
• Perform daily safety inspections
• Maintains daily logs and record books as necessary
• Works and maintains safety procedures
• Transport materials and crew as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Must maintain active communication with Coast Guard and Marine Vessel Traffic

• Must possess a valid license to operate with towing endorsement
• Must have TWIC card
• Previous experience in marine/civil construction projects and/or barge fleeting required
• Must have reliable transportation to the job site
• Must have professional communication skills
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Proof of Identity and employment authorization

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.