Summary

The Tug Boat Captain must have a master of tow endorsement and is responsible for the safe operation of an assigned vessel and crew, commands vessel into and out of harbor, estuaries, straits, sounds, rivers, lakes and bays. The Captain must be able to tow/ push barges and equipment safely.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to the QSEMS (Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management System) including the Quality Assurance Manual (QAM) and the Operating Procedures Manual (OPM).
• Implement the Quality, Safety and Environmental Policy of the Company.
• Provide overriding authority and make decisions with respect to quality, safety and pollution prevention.
• Request the Company’s assistance as may be necessary.
• Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned vessel and crew.
• Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.
• Signal workers on deck during operations when necessary.
• Determine course and towing speed on basis of specialized knowledge of local winds, weather, tides, and current.
• Steer vessels to avoid reefs, outlying shoals, and other hazards to shipping, utilizing navigation devices, such as: radar, sonic depth finder, compass and sextant; and, aids to navigation, such as: lighthouses and buoys.
• Stands wheelhouse watches underway.
• Ensure compliance of assigned operations with applicable federal, state, and company regulations and policies.
• Prepare, monitor, and update vessel work lists and maintenance schedules.
• Perform administrative and supervisory functions.
• Performing other related duties, as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for staff onboard vessel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Tow
• Merchant Mariner Credential
• Valid state driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• First Aid / CPR certified

Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies

• Self-Motivated- Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below desk level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place.
• While in the field reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds such as small electrical components, equipment and other materials
• Work requires computer usage with strength, dexterity, coordination and visual acuity to use keyboard and video display terminal and other office equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

• Generally outdoors which may be subject to construction site conditions, confined spaces, changes in temperature, weather conditions and noise levels.

Work Schedule: As project needs dictate

Experience

• • Master of Tow • Merchant Mariner Credential • Valid state driver’s license

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License
• Master of Tow

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)