Captain

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:Responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant operation of assigned areas byperforming the following duties:ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:The Master, Relief Captain and Pilot are the managers of the vessel including all barges attached. TheMaster, Relief Captain and Pilot are responsible for the crew’s adherence to all United States Coast Guardand company policies. The Master, Relief Captain and Pilot are to navigate safely, supervise the crew,oversee safety programs, comply with rules and regulations pertaining to the towing of vessels, and protectthe environment. The Master, Relief Captain and Pilot take work assignments from the OperationsDepartment. The Pilot backs up the Master, serving as supervisor when the Master is asleep and hasmanagement and supervisory responsibility while on watch. The Relief Captain serves as Pilot when theMaster is on the vessel, and serves as the Master when the Master is at home. The Master, Relief Captainand Pilot must be able to intercede and safely perform the essential functions of any job on the vessel toinclude the job tasks of a deckhand and tankerman. Must be able to adhere to all company policies, United States Coast Guard and environmentalregulations. Communicate with crewmembers, other Masters, Relief Captains, Pilots, Coast Guard Inspectorsand certain office staff. Trains and supervises the crew in the safe and efficient performance of duties. Evaluates performance of all crewmembers with river crews consisting of 7 to 10 members and canalcrews consisting of 4 to 5 members. Navigates in rivers or canals by properly using steering controllers, throttles, radar compasses, shortwave radios, depth finders, loud hailers, and other equipment to transport tow to a destination. Usesradio communication and vision to navigate waterways, docks, locks, and other vessel traffic. Navigate vessel safely by properly operating navigational controls, propulsion, engines and gears aswell as, mechanical and electrical equipment under various environmental conditions. Consider many conditions, including weather, vessel and waterway characteristics, traffic, and theabilities of the crew in the making of quick, effective decisions about navigation and the operation ofthe vessel. Interpret, understand and use maps and charts. Supervises the cleaning and maintenance of boat and tow; the loading, transport, and discharging ofcargo. Performs routine engine room maintenance such as changing oil, checking oil, and changing fuelfilters, when applicable, i.e. on smaller vessels. Acts as a company representative in the day-to-day dealings with customers at their facilities andwith representatives of governmental agencies. Acts as the on-site coordinator in emergencies, when applicable. Lead by example at all times while working onboard the vessel. Be mentally and physically stableunder pressure and withstand the stress associated with the job, including discomfort, unpredictableweather, and potentially hazardous situations. Remain calm during challenging situations and set the “tone” for the safe, positive, efficientfunctioning of all members of the crew. Resolve disputes among crewmembers.