Towing Mate (28/28)
Location:
Cranford, NJ, US
Requisition ID: 176658
Position Summary
APPLY ONLY AT www.WeeksMarine.com Responsible for operating the vessel in a manner that ensures safety of crew and vessel.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Works with Captain/Relief Captain to increase scope of knowledge, skills and understanding of Towing operations, policies, and procedures.
- Stand wheelhouse watch on assigned vessel.
- Comply with all state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Observe preparation, management and facilitation of safety meetings and safety drills.
- Complete Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and or Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).
- Delegate duties to watch crewmembers.
- Assists in training and mentoring of crew members.
- Follows company and work site safety policies/procedures and commits to an “incident and injury free” work environment.
- While on watch, directly supervises crewmembers in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- 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
- 5+ years total experience with at least 3 years of experience in a Mate role.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with craft workers under his/her supervision and management/supervision.
- Ability to work rotational 12-hour watch.
- Ability to work 14 days on, 14 days off, revised as necessary.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of industry related software.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC)
- Master of Towing Endorsement – Near Coastal
- Mate of Tow – Pilot Endorsement – Near Coastal
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- CPR/AED First Aid Certification
- Driver’s license
- 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.