TENDER BOAT OPERATOR - TEXAS

The Dredge Tender Boat Operator is responsible for the work associated with the operation of industrial support vessels that work alongside the dredging operation.

Essential Functions (This is not all-inclusive)

• Upholds the Company’s commitment to an injury-free workplace; leads and models safe work practices 
• Follows all safety rules and regulations as well as all company policies and procedures 
• Works safely around machinery; observes and instructs others in proper equipment use; uses/wears all required PPE 
• Secures mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge tender, or attending plant

• Splices and repairs cables and towing ropes
• Loads and unloads materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows, and miscellaneous dredging equipment
• Operates and provides maintenance and upkeep of the vessel on which they are assigned
• Transports crew and materials when necessary
• Performs shifting of the dredge, pipelines, anchors, and support equipment
• Assists with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow, or attending plant
• Assists with work on the anchors and spud systems
• Performs other duties as assigned by the project site management

Minimum Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent
• 3 years of experience as a Boat Operator or on marine construction projects preferred
• Excellent Safety and mechanical skills
• Must be able to travel, work a rotating schedule and live onboard the dredge or vessel
• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, normal weather conditions, some climbing, vibrations, heat, confined spaces, standing for long periods of time, and high noise levels
• Licensed Boat Operator, preferred
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the position as outlined in the Functional Job Description
• Must be able to successfully pass all pre-employment screening (drug test, fit test) in addition to random drug and alcohol testing
• Must be authorized to work in the US. This position is not eligible for a work VISA sponsorship. 

Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.

Encore Dredging Partners, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. 

Acknowledgment

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.  It is the policy of the company to satisfy reasonable special accommodations for qualified disabled individuals.  Employees with a disability may update their disability status and/or seek reasonable accommodation by contacting their Human Resources Representative.