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Tug Mate/Captain of Towing

New York, NY · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Millers Launch Inc. is seeking a qualified individual to fill a full-time position as a Tug Mate ... Harbor a Plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat ...

Mate

Cameron, LA · On-site

$53 - $57/hr

This is a full-time position. Moran Towing of Lake Charles, LLC is located in Cameron, Louisiana ... Maritime experience working aboard a harbor assist tug. * Capable of operating a Tractor tug.

Job Type Full-time Description General Description: This position reports directly to the Master ... tug. 3. Follow approved Sause Bros.' operational procedures and guidelines in the course of ...

Mate

Port Arthur, TX · On-site

$41.66 - $57.55/hr

This is a full-time position. Moran Towing Corporation is one of the oldest companies in America ... Maritime experience working aboard a harbor assist tug. * Excellent communication skills. PHYSICAL ...

Mate

Luling, LA · On-site

$42 - $46/hr

This is a full-time position. Moran Towing Corporation is one of the oldest companies in America ... Maritime experience working aboard a harbor assist tug. * Excellent communication skills. PHYSICAL ...

Mate

Miami, FL · On-site

$42 - $46/hr

This is a full-time position. Moran Towing Corporation is one of the oldest companies in America ... Maritime experience working aboard a harbor assist tug. * Excellent communication skills. PHYSICAL ...

Mate

Staten Island, NY · On-site

$65 - $69/hr

This is a full-time position. Moran Towing Corporation is one of the oldest companies in America ... Maritime experience working aboard a harbor assist tug. * Excellent communication skills. PHYSICAL ...

Micropore, Inc. - Elkton, MD Pay : $30.00 - $34.00 per hour Schedule: Full-time | Monday to Friday ... The employee must lift, tug, pull, and transport, with or without assistance, both small and heavy ...

Project Controls Coordinator

Seattle, WA · On-site

$71K - $106K/yr

S. coasts and global transportation projects, Foss is a leader in harbor and terminal towage, tug ... service. * Full time employees will accrue ninety-six (96) hours of sick leave per year, up to a ...

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How much do full time harbor tug jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time harbor tug in the United States is $393,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $400,000.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Harbor Tug vs Full Time Towboat Deckhand?

AspectFull Time Harbor TugFull Time Towboat Deckhand
CertificationsSTCW, TWIC, CPRSTCW, TWIC, CPR
Work EnvironmentHarbor, port areas, close to shoreOpen waters, river routes, coastal areas
Industry UsageMaritime shipping, port operationsFreight hauling, inland and coastal towing

Both Full Time Harbor Tugs and Full Time Towboat Deckhands require similar certifications and work in maritime environments, but harbor tugs operate mainly within ports and harbors, assisting ships in docking and maneuvering, while towboat deckhands work on open waters, towing barges and freight along inland and coastal routes.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Harbor Tug job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Part Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $393,215 per year, or $189 per hour.

Able Seaman- Anchorage Harbor

Cook Inlet Tug and Barge LLC

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

AB - Harbor Division
We are Alaska's tug and barge company - and are growing.
Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services throughout Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us.
Why Cook Inlet Tug & Barge?
Simply put, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is a team of exceptional merchant mariners. If you are looking for steady year-round work and enjoy what you do, this is an 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 an Able Seaman (AB) you will be responsible to keep our vessels in a state of readiness and keep things running smoothly.
Working at the direction of the Captain to perform various tasks such as:
  • Maintain the vessel in a constant and proper state of repair and operational readiness by completing required vessel inspections, cleaning tasks, and general maintenance of the boat.
  • Engine room duties as assigned.
  • Maintain a watch system.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Equipment used will include winches, capstan, pike pole, and pumps.
You are an integral part of the team, maintaining a safe work environment on the vessel by implementing company policies, procedures, and general maritime industry-standards.
Qualifications:
  • Able Bodied (AB) Seaman endorsement.
  • Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
  • QMED rating preferred.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Experience and Skills:
  • Two years previous experience as an AB
  • Two years of sea-going experience on towing vessels (preferred).

Working conditions:
  • Lodging and provisions on the vessel.
  • Must be physically fit to climb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders and balance while aboard vessels in a seaway; kneel, stoop, use stairs, reach overhead, and stand for long periods.
  • Comfortable with heights or narrow walkways.
  • Must be able to work 12 hours a day every day.
  • Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, etc.).
  • Year-round work, typical shift is two weeks on/off.

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.