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Orion Group Holdings, Inc.

Boat Captain

Tampa, FL · On-site

Operates the tugboat and barge while these vessels are in transit to and from marine ... POSITION REQUIREMENTS At least three (3) years of experience as a Boat Captain is required, along ...

Orion Marine Group

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Operates the tugboat and barge while these vessels are in transit to and from marine ... POSITION REQUIREMENTS At least three (3) years of experience as a Boat Captain is required, along ...

Guest Services Inc

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Russell Marine LLC

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The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair of marine terminals, dock facilities, and/or railroad bridges. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Russell Marine LLC

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North Charleston, SC · On-site

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Russell Marine LLC

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Guest Services, Inc.

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Guest Services, Inc.

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Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions. * Previous dock/marina experience ... Small boat handling skills, passenger vessel experience a plus. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

TAS Concrete

Boat Captain

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Operates the tugboat and barge while these vessels are in transit to and from marine ... POSITION REQUIREMENTS At least three (3) years of experience as a Boat Captain is required, along ...

Guestservices

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St Francis Yacht Club

Launch Boat Captain

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St. Mary's County, MD

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Leonardtown, MD · On-site

$33.01/hr

Operates vessel in accordance with all rules and safety requirements of the United States Coast ... Oversees boat upkeep and maintenance; including supervising scheduled maintenance of engine ...

Alaska X

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CertificationsUSCG Captain License, CPR, First AidUSCG Captain License, CPR, First Aid
Work EnvironmentOvernight trips, living aboard, extended hoursDay trips, limited hours, no overnight stay
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate charters, luxury yachts, extended tripsTourist excursions, daily trips, sightseeing

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Boat Captain

Tampa, FL • On-site

Orion Group Holdings, Inc.
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Orion Group Holdings, Inc.external

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is accountable for supporting field operations at marine project locations for Orion Marine Construction -- Atlantic region. Incumbents are responsible for the Tugboat and Barge while these vessels are underway going to or returning from a marine project site. Typically, they will work closely with the project Superintendents, General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders, Laborers, Helpers and other skilled or semi-skilled crafts persons.
The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Works as assigned by the General Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-goingor new marine construction projects.
  • Operates the tugboat and barge while these vessels are in transit to and from marine projectlocations and doing so in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Demonstrates ability to maneuver, position, turn, slow, stop vessels as required by the fieldoperation.
  • Utilizes various hand signals for communicating with flagman on barge deck.
  • Uses tie-up ropes and wires to secure the tugboat to barges for towing purposes.
  • Practices the "Rules of the Road" for operating vessels on inland waterways.
  • Uses radio equipment on the tugboat to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard, ships,tugboats, etc.
  • Performs daily safety inspections of the tugboat and recognizes possible problem areas suchas hull leaks, packing-gland leaking, tie-up cables and ropes, steering cables, wires, etc.
  • Performs minor maintenance as may be required and understands basic functions of the boatengine, transmission, generator, water pump, cooling system, etc.
  • Works closely with the General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders,Helpers, and other skilled crafts persons to complete current projects in a safe and efficientmanner.
  • Participates in Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to complianceof State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
  • Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
  • Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comesin contact with.
  • Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafecondition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
  • Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and issubject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
  • Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies andprocedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) forfailure to do so.
  • Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requestedby immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review,etc.).
  • All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to othersany confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
At least three (3) years of experience as a Boat Captain is required, along with a Master Boat Captain license and a Master of Towing endorsement for tugboat operations. The selected candidate must:
  • Know the "Rules of the Road" for operating vessels on inland waterways.
  • Be proficient in the use of radio equipment on the tugboat to communicate with the U.S. CoastGuard, ships, tugboats, etc.
  • Be knowledgeable in the use of tie-up ropes and wires to secure the tugboat and recognizingpossible problem areas.
  • Be adept in the proper use, donning and doffing of negative pressure respirators, positivepressure and/or SCBA respiratory equipment.

The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD's) or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.
In addition, Boat Captains must also be capable of:
  • Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site toanother, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats,vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.
  • Visually seeing navigable waterways well (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
  • Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.
  • Performing repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back inperformance of work.
  • Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 40'-50'.
  • Working in confined spaces.
  • Working at elevated heights.
  • Lifting 50 lb. objects as required.
  • Carrying 50 lb. objects as required.
  • Adapting to extreme temperature changes.
  • Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.

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