Tug Captain

McLean Contracting Company is seeking an experienced Tugboat Captain to join our team in Galesville, MD. Preferred candidates will have 5+ years of relative experience, with 50 GRT Master of Towing license or greater. Exciting opportunity to enjoy a traditional work schedule, with most nights and weekends off, plus paid holidays and vacation.

Essential Duties

• Safely operates vessels, must have valid U. S. Coast Guard “Master of Towing Vessels”, radar observer, valid medical card and Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Possesses the skills necessary to maintain control of the vessel while backing up, turning corners and negotiating narrow passageways, etc.
• Substantive knowledge of the U. S. Coast Guard “Rules of the Road” and perform the duties in accordance with those rules and regulations.
• Ensures that loads are property distributed, secured and within maximum height, width and weight limitations.
• Ensures that the barge (tow) is in trim and safe to move.
• Maintains daily logs, file reports as required by Government regulations, perform regular maintenance and inspection of vessel, and reports all incidents.
• Performs or assists mechanics in repair.
• Has thorough knowledge of the safe and proper methods for towing and mooring other vessels.
• Reads and understands charts, radar, GPS, compasses and other navigational devices.

Qualification

• High school diploma/GED/Trade School preferred
• Valid TWIC Card
• Master of Towing, 50 GRT or greater
• Ability to pass physical screenings

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• ESOP
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• PTO

Pay – $30 – $45 per hour

This is not a complete job description; one will be provided to qualified candidates who apply.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vets