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Henry's Wrecker Service

Dispatcher

Falls Church, VA · On-site

Dispatch, call center, logistics, or towing industry experience preferred. * Experience with dispatch software, GPS mapping, or fleet management systems is a plus. * Experience with dispatch software ...

Henry's Wrecker Service

Dispatcher

Falls Church, VA

Dispatch, call center, logistics, or towing industry experience preferred. * Experience with dispatch software, GPS mapping, or fleet management systems is a plus. * Experience with dispatch software ...

PrimeFlight Aviation Services

GSE Mechanic I

Richmond, VA · On-site

$27 - $29/hr

Towing hitches and towing bars * Undercarriages, wheels and tires * Bushings, shafts, end places ... nights, weekends and holidays To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to ...

Atlantic Aviation

Ramp Agent - Full Time

Dulles, VA · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Requires availability for any/all shifts including overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call duty ... towing, using marshalling signals for aircraft parking, providing lavatory/potable water service ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Towing vs Weekend Roadside Assistance Technician?

AspectWeekend TowingWeekend Roadside Assistance Technician
CredentialsDriver's license, towing certificationsDriver's license, roadside assistance training
Work EnvironmentOn-road towing, vehicle recoveryOn-road repairs, vehicle troubleshooting
Employer & IndustryTow companies, auto clubsAuto clubs, roadside service providers
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Weekend Towing primarily involves vehicle recovery and towing services, often requiring specialized certifications. Weekend Roadside Assistance Technicians focus on minor repairs and support on the road. While both roles operate in similar environments and may share credentials, their core duties differ, making them distinct career paths within roadside services.

Do weekend towing companies tow on the weekend?

Weekend towing companies typically operate on weekends to provide emergency and roadside assistance services. Their availability depends on the company's policies and whether they offer 24/7 service, which is common in the towing industry. Towing professionals often work flexible hours, including nights and holidays, to meet customer needs.

What are the most commonly searched types of Towing jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Towing jobs in Virginia are:

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Boat Captain - Construction Division

Crofton

Portsmouth, VA • On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

Crofton offers industry leading solutions above and below the waterline, combining comprehensive expertise in all aspects of commercial diving, marine construction and crane rental & rigging. We execute our projects with safety and integrity. Crofton is a growing company with a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment. Our team members work vigorously to meet our customers’ needs. No two days are the same! Crofton is seeking a Boat Captain 100 Ton with a towing endorsement to join our construction division team.

This position is full-time, frequently requires long hours, weekend work and some out-of-area and overnight travel. Boat Captains determine if it is unsafe for the vessel to proceed, whether the operation endangers the vessel or the crew, and has the authority to stop the vessel if unsafe conditions exist. If you have a passion for boating, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage a vessel effectively, join our team and embark on exciting adventures on the water!

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Boat Captain serves as the commander of the assigned vessel, in charge of overall safe operations, maintenance, crew accountability and productivity in moving barges and other vessels from one location to another.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

  • Adhere to the provisions of the Certificate of Inspection (COI).
  • Compliance with applicable regulations; including but not limited to; OPA 90, Clean Water Act, 46 CFR, Subchapter M, Compliance with Company’s HSP, ensuring each crew member required to hold Merchant mariner Credentials (MMC) always have the credentials on board and available for examination.
  • Review HSP on a regular basis and report on conformities to shore based management.
  • Maintains records of daily activities, movements, and ports-of-call, and prepares progress and personnel reports, and other related documentation.
  • Making multiple movements of material barges, crane barges, and other vessels in the water channels of the Portsmouth Marine Terminal area.
  • Compute position, sets courses, and determines speed, using charts, area plotting sheets, navigation devices, like radar, sonic depth finder, compass and sextant and aids to navigation, like lighthouses buoys.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Must have valid Master Captain License (100 Ton) with a Towing Endorsement and knowledge of maritime practices.
  • Computer, organizational, and communications skills.
  • Ability to handle emergencies calmly and efficiently.
  • Must have basic firefighting skills and basic lifesaving and rescue techniques.
  • Able to influence and motivate people to act.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced and changing environment.
  • Able to work effectively with many different personality types.
  • Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair boat systems.

Education and Experience:

  • Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC) that includes 200 Ton Master or Mate of Towing
  • TWIC Card
  • Minimum of 5 Years of experience to include towing experience.
  • VSO, Vessel Security Officer
  • Radar unlimited

Physical Requirements:

  • Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hand and/or fingers.
  • Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
  • Color correct vision
  • Ability to respond quickly to sounds.
  • Able to travel all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may require walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.