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Position Role and Ideal Candidate :

The Primary Role of a Boat Operator is to operate the following types of vessels :

Truck-able tug boats

Flat Boats

Crew Boats

Mud Boats

The ideal candidate possess' the following qualities and skills :

Dependable, Experienced, and Competent

Proficient in handling and operating boats

Familiar with boating terminology

Familiar with water and boating safety

Familiar with handling boats (launching, mooring, etc.)

Resume must include information demonstrating past boating experience.

Responsibilities :

Provide project support steering boats / barges around project site

Push equipment and material barges around project site

Load & transport staff, equipment, supplies, and material in a safe manner

Transport and transfer fuel incompliance with safe fuel transfer procedures

Perform pre and post trip inspections (i.e. check fluid levels, check for leaks, inspect bilges, inspect motor, check safety gear, inspect boat for damage, etc.

in addition to cleaning (interior and exterior) and routine maintenance of the boat

Keep accurate daily logs and maintain record books

Properly and safely fender, moor, and anchor boat / barge

Maintain proper safety equipment onboard & check prior to each trip

Provide support in rescue operations

Prevent boat / barge from engaging in unsafe operations and avoid other marine traffic and hazards.

Use specialized knowledge of local winds, weather, water depths, tides, currents, and hazards to operate vessel safely

Other duties and projects assigned

Qualifications :

Minimum 5 years of experience

Must have experience maneuvering barges while operating a tug boat

Captain’s License is preferred

Must have completed LDWF-approved boater education course (must provide certificate of completion)

Must be at least 18 years old

Must have steel toe work boots

Pass applicable pre-employment screenings (including but not limited to drug test & physical)

Possess a valid TWIC card

Must have reliable transportation

Must be punctual and reliable

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Last updated : 2024-05-13