What are the responsibilities and job description for the Captain "On-Call"-Seward AK position at Cook Inlet?
Captain "On-Call" - Seward AK.
We are Alaska's tug andbarge company- and are growing.
Cook Inlet Tug & Bargehasprovidedmarine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services throughout South Central and Western Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us.
Why Cook Inlet Tug & Barge?
Simply put, Cook Inlet Tug &Bargeisa team ofexceptionalmerchant mariners. If you are looking forsteady year-round work andenjoy what you do,this isan opportunity of a lifetime! We are committed to employee safety and take pride in our professional operations.
We offer competitive pay and a full package of benefits to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more to our full-time employees.
Get your application in today at: https://www.cookinlettug.com/careers!
Roles and Responsibilities
As Captain you are solely responsible to:
* Ensuringcrew's welfare and training in areas such as safety, firefighting, search and rescue.
* Ensure the safe navigation of the vesselat all times.
* Conduct required drills, training, safety meetings and maintains records of such, per company policy.
* Conducts and ensures compliance with vessel maintenance and inspection requirements as prescribed by the company.
* Inspectsvesselto ensure conformance with safety standards and maritime regulations.
* Work closely with customers, pilots and appropriate government agencies to ensure the proper performance of the job.
* Ensures prompt and accurate reporting of all equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, accidents and damages.
* Maintains current knowledge of all maritime laws.
* Directs and supervises crew members in safe and productive operation of the vessel, its machinery and equipment.
* Holds crew accountable for their adherence to maritime law, company policies and procedures, and their individual performance/productivity.
* Evaluate all crewmembers in accordance with Company policy andtake actionas necessary.
* Implement company policies and procedures, and general maritime industry standards to maintain a safe work environment.
* Ensure the safe navigation of the vessel while steering, operating, pushing, and pulling barges and other vessels under tow, while docking, or unloading.
* Focus on water depth, weather, surging and other traffic.
* Evaluate all crew members and take necessary action as needed.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Must possess and maintain a Master 200 OC or NC license, Master of Towing, STCW, Radar Endorsement, MMC, and TWIC.
* Must have experince operating a conventional twin srew tug.
* Valid USCG Merchant MarinerCredentialrequired/STCW, HAZWOPER,andPIC (preferred).
* Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
* Valid state driver's license.
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Must be eligible towork in the United States.
Experience and Skills:
* 2years' experience as a Master or Operating Mate on towing vessels.
* A marine operations background and are familiar with shipyards, tugs, and oil barges (preferred).
* Extensive knowledge of Maritime law and current updates.
* Skilled with equipment best suited to handle the job at hand.
Working conditions:
* Lodging and provisions on the vessel.
* Must bephysicallyfittoclimb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders and balance while aboard vessels in aseaway; kneel,stoop, use stairs, reach overhead, and stand forlong periods.
* Comfortable with heights or narrow walkways.
* Must be able to work 12 hours a day every day.
* Exposure toallweather conditions(rain, ice, snow, heat,wind, etc.).
* Year-round work, on-call.
Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. We are a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
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