JOB POSTING: McAllister Towing Job Description Description of Duties: •Master or Mate of a tug or towing vessel. •Vessel Security Officer (VSO) in charge of implementing and maintaining the AWO Alternative Security Program. •Serve as Officer in Charge of the Navigation Watch. •Assess and maintain vessel seaworthiness. •Ensure the availability and serviceability of required life saving equipment. •Verify the serviceability of all installed fire detection and fire fighting systems and equipment. •Require accommodations to be maintained in safe, clean condition at all times. •Provide clear direction to subordinates. •Prepare periodic performance evaluations for subordinates. •Maintain vessel and crew readiness for emergency responses. •Conduct and report the results of periodic vessel audits and inspections. •Operate and maintain the assigned vessel in accordance with the quality, safety, security and environmental protection policies and procedures in the Vessel Operations Manual. •Organize and conduct required training, drills and exercises. •Complete, submit and maintain required records, logs and reports. •Ensure adequate vessel manning and watches. •Project a positive company image and maintain professional, amicable relationships with customers, pilots, terminal personnel and the public at all times. •Other duties as may be assigned by the General Manager or his/her designated representative. Desired Skills & Experience Minimum Requirements: •Current U.S. Coast Guard license for Master or Mate of Towing Vessels, with appropriate tonnage rating and radar endorsement. •Current U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential, any rating. •STCW Certification (offshore towing only). •Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). •High school diploma or equivalent. •Pass pre-employment drug test. •Pass pre-employment physical. •Minimum one year serving as Master or Mate of towing vessels. Physical Requirements: The unpredictable, ever-changing and inherently dangerous nature of tug and towing operations require the Captain to be physically qualified to ensure his/her own safety, as well as that of the vessel and crew. Specific physical requirements include: •Adequate vision (i.e., absent any color blindness or impairment that cannot be corrected with prescription lenses). •Adequate hearing. •Capable of walking and standing on wet surfaces for extended periods of time. •Able to handle heavy lines and operate heavy machinery. •Ability to climb a 12-foot ladder without assistance. •Ability to hoist oneself up and over a 12-inch wide, 6 foot high barrier. •Sufficient strength to:•Lift 100 lbs. from deck to waist level; •Lift 50 lbs. from deck to shoulder level; •Lift 35 lbs. from deck to overhead; and •Pull (drag) 120 lbs. at least 20 feet. Company Description McAllister Towing & Transportation is one of the oldest and largest marine towing and transportation companies in the United States. We operate a fleet of more than 70 tugboats and barges in 17 locations along the U.S. East Coast from Portland, ME to San Juan, PR. The fleet of over 100,000 H.P. consists of 24 Z-Drive/ Tractor tugs, 6 Tier II compliant tugs, 20 plus vessels involved in coastal towing and 35 ABS load line classed vessels. In each port, McAllister is engaged in ship docking (servicing more than 1,000 steamship companies), general harbor towing, coastal towing and bulk transportation. The McAllister family has been an innovative force in marine transportation for 149 years. Additional Information Posted:June 20, 2013Type:Full-time Experience:Mid-Senior level Functions:Management, Other Industries:Maritime Job ID:6134591 Veteran Commitment McAllister Towing commits to hiring returning veterans. Learn more » Apply on Company Website
Posted on: Mon, 08 Jul 2013 16:35:08 +0000
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