Tug Captain

Job Description

Job Description

Tug Captain

OVERVIEW

Since 1977, Miller's Launch's most important goal is to please customers on, near or across the waters in New York (NY), New Jersey (NJ) and Connecticut (CT). Since then we have had vessels work up and down all coasts of the US as well as internationally. The Company policy has always been to conduct its business in such a way to strive for excellence in safeguarding employees, equipment, the public and environment, zero harm to people, zero incident and zero spill. The Company recognizes that it is vital, and essential to integrate safety into all operations and activities.

From the solitary launch passenger to the largest corporate accounts, our prime objective is customer satisfaction through our "can-do" attitude. For Miller's Launch, there is no such thing as after-hours. We serve the port of the Tri-State Area 24 hours a day, providing prompt response and stellar marine support.

Miller's Launch's marine professionals and top-notch equipment will assure the success of your task. Our personnel are federally licensed operators, certified welders, custom fabricators and fully trained and certified pollution and environmental specialists. Miller’s Launch operates a fleet of about 70 pieces of floating equipment including but not limited to : offshore supply vessels, tugboats, crew boats, utility boats, launch boats, small work boats, rib boats, roll-on roll-off systems, barges and cranes.

Miller’s Launch isn’t just supply boats, tugboats or launch boats we adapt to our clients’ needs and wants. From moving heavy equipment or trucks on and off islands, to offshore wind support, emergency oil spill response, to film / photo / drone shoots and productions.

Our business is the water.

POSITION :

Millers Launch Inc. is seeking a qualified individual to fill a full-time position as an Tug Captain. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and documentation of widespread safety, health and environmental policies for the vessel. This individual will be responsible for the vessel’s compliance with local, state, federal and international laws and regulations pertaining to navigation, safety, health, and environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Work as directed by Towing and / or project personnel
• Stand wheelhouse watch on the assigned vessel
• Comply with all state and federal regulatory requirements
• Responsible for executing MT&B Towing Safety Management System (TSMS) aboard the assigned vessel
• Preparation, management, and facilitation of safety meetings and safety drills
• Complete Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and or Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)
• Delegate daily tasks to the crew to ensure operational readiness
• Oversees training and mentoring of crew members
• Follows company and work site safety policies / procedures and commits to an “incident and injury-free” work environment
• Responsible for the safe transportation of barges vessels and crew
• Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of tug and barge
• Direct crew in the performance of drills
• Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary
• Prepare, monitor, and update vessel work lists and maintenance schedules
• Ensure all crewmen are performing their duties
• Work aboard boats and barges using heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

BENEFITS :

Miller’s Launch offers excellent benefits for medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and PTO.

Millers Launch is an equal-opportunity employer.

Company Description

Providing First-Class Marine Service Since 1977.

Miller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller's Towing and Salvage are marine support companies with local offices on the East Coast and the Gulf Coast. Our Local knowledge helps us provide the best marine support that our customers have come to depend on.

Company Description

Providing First-Class Marine Service Since 1977.\r\n\r\nMiller's Launch and its affiliated companies Miller Marine, Miller's Tug and Barge and Miller's Towing and Salvage are marine support companies with local offices on the East Coast and the Gulf Coast. Our Local knowledge helps us provide the best marine support that our customers have come to depend on.