Captain, Transportation Logistics, Transportation

Responsible for the safe transportation of the assigned barge(s) and for the safety of the cargo, vessel(s), and crew. Required to perform administrative and supervisory functions.

• Stands wheelhouse watches underway.
• Direct crew in performance of drills.
• Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies and regulations.
• Prepare, monitor, and update vessel work lists and maintenance schedules.
• Assign work projects for crew.
• Ensure all crewmen are performing their duties.
• Purchases food for crew.
• Prepare material requisitions and monitor usage of supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience as a captain onboard a tug.
• Must have a valid Coast Guard license with a radar observer endorsement.
• Must have a valid first aid/CPR certificate.
• Complete HAZWOPER training within 90 days of hire.
• Possess a towing endorsement that qualifies you to tow oil barges.
• Must be able to direct, evaluate, and correct performance of subordinates.
• Must be capable of training mate and deck hand in the safe performance of their duties.
• Must be able to fairly evaluate subordinates.
• Ability to learn and make application of safety awareness, injury prevention, and firefighting.
• Conduct inspections and monitor tug/barge maintenance activities.
• Prepare written reports per company and regulatory agency directives.
• Check and approve all requisitions and work orders.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English over telephone and/or radio.
• Work aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs.

• Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision.
• Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Ability to get along with crew members in confined quarters for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to perform the functions set forth in the attached job analysis and physically fit enough to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, carry heavy items, climb onto barges and up and down ladders, and bending and twisting during boat/barge tie up.

• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules (two weeks on and two weeks off) and hours.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night.