Abbeville, LA · On-site
Tug Boat Captain Broussard Brothers, Inc. offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(K) match, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and other incentives.
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Abbeville, LA · On-site
Tug Boat Captain Broussard Brothers, Inc. offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(K) match, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and other incentives.
Mead, OK · On-site
Position Summary The Construction Tug Boat Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of tug boats and marine vessels supporting heavy civil, bridge, dredging, marine construction ...
Mead, OK · On-site
Position Summary The Construction Tug Boat Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of tug boats and marine vessels supporting heavy civil, bridge, dredging, marine construction ...
As a Captain, you will be responsible for operating and navigating the vessel to and from the ... Towing Master required for Tug Captains All employees must complete a pre-employment physical ...
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As a Captain, you will be responsible for operating and navigating the vessel to and from the ... Towing Master required for Tug Captains All employees must complete a pre-employment physical ...
Push boat Captain Status: Full-time, Rotational Schedule Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
Push boat Captain Status: Full-time, Rotational Schedule Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
Braithwaite, LA · On-site
Push boat Captain Status: Full-time, Rotational Schedule Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
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Braithwaite, LA · On-site
Push boat Captain Status: Full-time, Rotational Schedule Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
Ingleside, TX · On-site
The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair ... Six(6) months of experience operating tug boats/marine vessels. * Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Ingleside, TX · On-site
The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair ... Six(6) months of experience operating tug boats/marine vessels. * Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
North Charleston, SC · On-site
The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair ... Six(6) months of experience operating tug boats/marine vessels. * Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
North Charleston, SC · On-site
The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair ... Six(6) months of experience operating tug boats/marine vessels. * Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Channelview, TX · On-site
The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair ... Six(6) months of experience operating tug boats/marine vessels. * Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Channelview, TX · On-site
The Boat Captain will operate a variety of marine vessels in support of the construction or repair ... Six(6) months of experience operating tug boats/marine vessels. * Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Push boat Captain Status: Part-time Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT Davant Port Captain ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
Push boat Captain Status: Part-time Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT Davant Port Captain ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
Push boat Captain Status: Part-time Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT Davant Port Captain ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
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Push boat Captain Status: Part-time Company: Host Crewing, LLC Reports To: UBT Davant Port Captain ... Tug Deckhands and any other on-board crew Location: United Bulk Terminals, Davant In 2019, T.
Detroit, MI · On-site
$200K - $300K/yr
Captain Harbor Assist Towing Detroit, MI / Toledo, OH (Consolidated Port) | Minimum 3-4 Years ... Travel as needed to our tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
$200K - $300K/yr
Captain Harbor Assist Towing Detroit, MI / Toledo, OH (Consolidated Port) | Minimum 3-4 Years ... Travel as needed to our tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$96.15 - $144.23/hr
Captain Harbor Assist Towing Detroit, MI / Toledo, OH (Consolidated Port) | Minimum 3-4 Years ... Travel as needed to our tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
$96.15 - $144.23/hr
Captain Harbor Assist Towing Detroit, MI / Toledo, OH (Consolidated Port) | Minimum 3-4 Years ... Travel as needed to our tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing ...
$18.25 - $23.75/hr
Tug Boat Captain * Able Body Seaman * Vanuatu flagged tug crews * Able seafarer deck II/4 or II/5 * Chief engineer III/3 * Able seafarer engine III/4 or III/5 * QMED/OILER * Derrick Crane Operator ...
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$18.25 - $23.75/hr
Tug Boat Captain * Able Body Seaman * Vanuatu flagged tug crews * Able seafarer deck II/4 or II/5 * Chief engineer III/3 * Able seafarer engine III/4 or III/5 * QMED/OILER * Derrick Crane Operator ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
... Captain with a minimum of 3-4 years of experience to provide Harbor Assist towing within the ... tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing assignments (both harbor ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
... Captain with a minimum of 3-4 years of experience to provide Harbor Assist towing within the ... tug docks located throughout the Great Lakes system to perform towing assignments (both harbor ...
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Staten Island, NY · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
100-ton /Near Coastal Captain with at least 2 years experience. Must be able to handle single and ... Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller ...
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Staten Island, NY · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
100-ton /Near Coastal Captain with at least 2 years experience. Must be able to handle single and ... Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller ...
Neptune City, NJ · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
100-ton /Near Coastal Captain with at least 2 years experience. Must be able to handle single and ... Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller ...
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Neptune City, NJ · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
100-ton /Near Coastal Captain with at least 2 years experience. Must be able to handle single and ... Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller ...
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New York, NY · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
100-ton /Near Coastal Captain with at least 2 years experience. Must be able to handle single and ... Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller ...
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New York, NY · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
100-ton /Near Coastal Captain with at least 2 years experience. Must be able to handle single and ... Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller ...
ADM is seeking a licensed mariner to Captain and supervise a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in LaSalle, IL. Job Responsibilities: * Supervises the day ...
ADM is seeking a licensed mariner to Captain and supervise a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in LaSalle, IL. Job Responsibilities: * Supervises the day ...
$480 - $510/hr
ADM is seeking a licensed mariner to Captain and supervise a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in LaSalle, IL.Job Responsibilities:Supervises the day-to ...
$480 - $510/hr
ADM is seeking a licensed mariner to Captain and supervise a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in LaSalle, IL.Job Responsibilities:Supervises the day-to ...
Ottawa, IL · On-site
ADM is seeking a licensed mariner to Captain and supervise a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in LaSalle, IL. Job Responsibilities: * Supervises the day ...
Ottawa, IL · On-site
ADM is seeking a licensed mariner to Captain and supervise a tug boat at our American River Transportation Company (ARTCo) fleeting location in LaSalle, IL. Job Responsibilities: * Supervises the day ...
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A Tug Boat Captain is responsible for operating and navigating tugboats to assist larger vessels in harbors, rivers, or open waters. They ensure safe towing, docking, and maneuvering of ships, barges, or other floating structures. Captains must have advanced maritime knowledge, strong leadership skills, and often hold specialized licenses. Their duties include monitoring weather conditions, communicating with crew and port authorities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
A typical day for a Tug Boat Captain involves overseeing all tugboat operations, including safely maneuvering large vessels in and out of docks, communicating with harbor pilots and port officials, and maintaining crew readiness. Captains are responsible for routine checks of navigation systems, monitoring weather and tidal conditions, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. Work schedules often involve rotating shifts, with periods of high activity during ship arrivals and departures. Collaboration with deckhands, engineers, and other maritime professionals is constant, making teamwork and clear communication essential to daily success.
To thrive as a Tug Boat Captain, you need strong navigation skills, maritime knowledge, and typically a U.S. Coast Guard Master of Towing Vessels license. Proficiency with modern navigation systems, radio communications, and vessel maintenance tools is essential. Leadership, situational awareness, and effective decision-making are important soft skills for managing crew and coordinating closely in dynamic environments. These skills are vital for ensuring safe, efficient operations while maneuvering large vessels in busy ports and waterways.
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Ensure the vessel is seaworthy and properly maintained, including checking and maintaining engines, machinery, and safety equipment.
Safely operate and navigate the tugboat, including loading, securing cargo, and conducting navigational watch duties.
Supervise and ensure the proper conduct, training, and qualifications of crew members and passengers, and ensure compliance with regulations.
Tug Boat Captain Job Description:
Broussard Brothers, Inc. offers competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(K) match, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and other incentives. SIGN ON BONUS AND HOLIDAY PAY AVAILABLE!!!
* Master of Towing
* Mate of Towing
Job Summary:
The Captain is the onboard person ultimately responsible and accountable for the safety of the crew and passengers, the care of the cargo, equipment and supplies being transferred, as well as for the proper care of the Tugboat and its equipment. As such, he/she is responsible for the conduct of the passengers and vessel's crew as well as for the safe and efficient navigation, handling and maneuvering of the Tugboat in and around other vessels and structures, navigable and open waterways, etc. during the course of its operations. The Captain is further responsible for the safe transportation of the contract companies' personnel, cargo, supplies and equipment. The Captain assumes ultimate responsibility for training and the direct and indirect supervision of the Deckhand and where appropriate, a Wheelman. He/she must ensure compliance with Company, Coast Guard and environmental regulations as they pertain to open water vessels. In addition to this, the Captain is the Company's on-site representative on the vessel. As such, he/she must ensure that his/her conduct and that of the crew is in line with the positive image the Company projects.
Essential Functions:
Ensuring a seaworthy vessel at all times. This shall include the fuel, water, spare parts, safety apparatus, provisions and stores necessary for successfully completing the job are on board and operational..
Ensuring that all engines and other machinery are regularly checked and maintained, and that vessel cleaning, maintenance, and other housekeeping duties are performed in a timely manner.
Maintaining current knowledge regarding the U.S. and local laws and regulations, local requirements of all ports of call, familiarity with handling characteristics of the vessel, operation of the navigational equipment, ect.
Safe operation of and navigation of the vessel. This will also include the safe loading and back loading of the vessel, the safe and secure storage of supplies and equipment transported, as well as for the conduct of the crew and passengers on the vessel.
Ensuring proper training and qualifications of the employee's working under his/her supervision. This shall include ensuring that no employee works in an area they have not demonstrated competence in or, where appropriate, are licensed to perform.
Performing as well as supervising the navigational work and the watch stood by the subordinates so as to ensure the accurate and safe maneuvering of the vessel.
Staying advised of the weather conditions at all times and responding in an appropriate manner in all areas concerned with personnel safety, security of the vessel, and successful completion of the contracting company's objective.
Job Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
License/Certification:
USCG Master of Towing License for operating towing vessels in inland waters (near coastal endorsements is a plus)
CPR
First Aid
Firefighting
FCC Radio/Telephone Operating Permit
Schedules:
7/7, 14/7, 14/14, 28/14, 28/28
Work Location:
Intracoastal City, Abbeville, Louisiana
In person
If your disability requires a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 3378935303 or jobs@broussardbrothers.com. We are committed to ensuring all applicants have equal access to opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans
Requirements:
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Oil and gas extraction
51 - 200 Employees
Abbeville, LA, US
1947
