Crewboat Captain

Position Summary

An Unlicensed Boat Operator is responsible for the work associated with the operation of industrial support vessels that work alongside the dredging operation. 

Experience Level

Skilled 

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Secures mooring lines to the dredge, scows, dredge tender or attending plant.
• Splices and repairs cables and towing ropes.
• Loads and unloads materials from the dredge, deck barges, scows and miscellaneous dredging equipment.
• Operates and provides maintenance and upkeep of the vessel on which they are assigned.
• Perform shifting of the dredge, pipelines, anchors, and support equipment.
• Assists with work on the pontoon line, submerge line, scow or attending plant.
• Assists with work on the anchors and spud systems.
• Follows all company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “Incident and Injury Free” work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the project site management.
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to work 84-hour work week.
• Ability to work both day and night shifts.
• Ability to live aboard vessel for full rotation.
• Ability to understand hand signals.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.

Requirements

• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential (preferred)
• Must be able to tolerate rough seas, vibrations, heat, harsh weather conditions, confined spaces, and high noise levels.
• Work will frequently require individuals to push, pull, bend or stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to lift or carry miscellaneous equipment, supplies and parts up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Performs other duties as required.