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Position Summary:

The Master is responsible for the safe operation of the tug and barge while underway, idle, and while engaged in cargo operations. The Master will provide directions to the crew, including setting crew schedules and directing crew as required with assignments of maintenance, cooking, cleaning, watch standing, and other such activities required for orderly vessel operations. Provide safety leadership and confirm vessel and crew compliance with company policy and procedures. The Master reports to the Vitus Port Captain.

With respect to his/her vessel, the Master has overriding authority and the responsibility to make decisions with respect to safety, security, and pollution prevention, and to request company assistance as may be necessary to protect the crew, vessel, and/or the environment.

The standard work assignment is from April through October for seasonal Alaska operations; however, this work assignment may vary. The seven-days-per-week daily work schedule is usually divided into two watches for a 12-hour workday.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collaborates with management on vessel delivery schedules
• Maintains regular communication with Vitus Marine Management team, Contractors, and other Vessel Captains
• Maintenance planning and execution as well as supervising contractors when necessary
• Complete prescribed paperwork as outlined by management and vessel documents, including but not limited to:
• • Vessel inspections
  • AWO Requirements
  • USCG Sub-Chapter M Requirements
  • Trip Reconciliation Forms
  • Expense Reports
• Assist with customer and supplier notification / coordination
• Ensure vessel orientation training of crews
• Represent company to regulatory agencies and personnel as needed
• Plan and schedule vessel crew changes with Director of Marine Operations and Operations Support Specialist
• Facilitate shore-side response to vessel needs for repairs, parts & supplies
• Any other duties as required to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations
• Shall adhere to all company policies, United States Coast Guard and environmental regulations

Other Job Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• USCG issued Master 100 Ton Near Coastal license with radar endorsement
• TOAR/Master of Towing
• Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
• Drug-free certification
• Tankerman/PIC Endorsement, preferred
• USCG issued Master 500 or 1600 Ton Oceans license w/ radar endorsement, preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Relevant towing experience
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills

• Proficient computer skills with Electronic Chart Navigation (ECN) systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and general computer applications

Education:

• High school diploma, or equivalent

(1 year of directly related work experience may qualify to substitute 1 year of education to meet the education requirement)

Required Training:

• Attends training sessions, seminars and appropriate educational classes required by department.

Physical Demand/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to type, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must be capable of ascending and descending stairs or ladders safely.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform all required tasks in a safe manner. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be loud on occasion. Work is usually done on a towboat and sometimes, at a job site. The position supervises exempt, non-exempt, and contracted staff.

The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.

The employee must be able to physically travel by a variety of convention and non-conventional modes.

Disclaimer: The above job description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be construed as a complete job listing of all duties, which may be required from day-to-day.

Vitus Energy, LLC is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.