Captain

Anchorage, AK

Air Transportation

About the position

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge, Alaska's premier tug and barge company, is calling for an exceptional Captain to join our growing team. This position offers the opportunity of a lifetime, allowing you to be part of a team of maritime professionals navigating the stunning waters of South Central and Western Alaska. If you crave adventure, seek flexible seasonal work, and are passionate about what you do, this is the place to be.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring crew's welfare and training in areas such as safety, firefighting, search and rescue.
• Ensure the safe navigation of the vessel at all times.
• Conduct required drills, training, safety meetings and maintain records of such, per company policy.
• Conduct and ensure compliance with vessel maintenance and inspection requirements as prescribed by the company.
• Inspect vessel to ensure conformance with safety standards and maritime regulations.
• Work closely with customers, pilots and appropriate government agencies to ensure the proper performance of the job.
• Ensure prompt and accurate reporting of all equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, accidents and damages.
• Maintain current knowledge of all maritime laws.
• Direct and supervise crew members in safe and productive operation of the vessel, its machinery and equipment.
• Hold crew accountable for their adherence to maritime law, company policies and procedures, and their individual performance/productivity.
• Evaluate all crew members in accordance with Company policy and take action as necessary.
• Implement company policies and procedures, and general maritime industry standards to maintain a safe work environment.
• Focus on water depth, weather, surging and other traffic.

Requirements

• Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential required/ STCW, HAZWOPER, and PIC (preferred).
• Must possess and maintain a National Master 200 GT or greater license, National Master of Towing, STCW, Radar Endorsement, MMC, and TWIC.
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Valid state driver's license.
• Valid United States Passport.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check with qualifications to enter Canada.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice-to-haves

• 5 years experience as a Master or Operating Mate on towing vessels.
• A marine operations background and familiarity with shipyards and tugs.
• Extensive knowledge of Maritime regulations and current updates.
• Skilled with equipment best suited to handle the job at hand.

Benefits

• Lodging and provisions on the vessel.
• Transportation to and from the vessel provided by the company.