Boat Captain

Job Description

Job Description

Captain

Harbor Assist Towing

Detroit, MI / Toledo, OH (Consolidated Port) | Minimum 3-4 Years Experience

The Mural Group | Industrial Division

OVERVIEW

Seeking a Captain with a minimum of 3-4 years of experience to provide Harbor Assist towing within the consolidated port of Detroit, Michigan and Toledo, Ohio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Familiarization with the Federal Requirements governing the operation of Towing Vessels, 46 CFR Subchapter M
• Familiarization with our Policies and Procedures, including our Responsible Carrier Program Manual
• Maintain and analyze our Engine Room Logs, Comments Section, and Engine Hours Reports; periodically review outstanding maintenance items with the Engineer to ensure tugs are maintained and repaired to a seaworthy and safe condition
• Travel as needed to our tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing assignments (both harbor towing and cross lake towing); travel may involve stays away from home residence
• Assist with preparation of quotes for Outside Tows to meet customer demands
• Ensure vessels are crewed, operated, and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and customer expectations
• Implement standard procedures and guidelines for the operation of a safe and environmentally sound ship
• Ensure all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training requirements
• Investigate vessel damage and personal injuries
• Inspect vessels to ensure seaworthy condition and arrange for maintenance and repair activities to correct any deficiencies

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to deal with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment
• Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision
• Must have strong communication and leadership skills
• Must be very familiar with tug operations and repair and maintenance of marine equipment
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate to daily job duties

MINIMUM WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Carry up to 50 pounds
• Repetitive climbing stairs and ladders
• Repetitive bending, twisting, kneeling, and reaching
• Stand constantly
• Exposure to loud noise daily
• Access confined spaces
• Work in all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
• Work a variety of schedules and hours
• Work weekends, holidays, and at nights on short notice

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Valid USCG Master of Towing Vessel License upon Great Lakes, Inland Waters and Western Rivers
• Valid Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Marine Radio Operator Permit
• Valid CPR and First Aid card
• Valid Driver's License