Harbor Coverage Captain

Job Purpose/Summary

The primary responsibility and authority for the execution of all vessel assignments. It is the responsibility of all Captains to ensure compliance with policies and procedures, requirements and documentation in the Foss Hawaii Safety Management System Manual (SMS) and vessel regulatory requirements. Captains have the specific obligation to ensure that all personnel assigned to vessels are provided with information, instructions and directions necessary for meeting the program objectives of safety, environmental protection and quality service through knowledgeable and competent execution of assigned tasks.

Essential Functions

• Ensures safe navigation of the vessel at all times.
• Ensure safe and efficient maneuvering of vessel during ship work, barge work and escorts.
• Conducts required drills, training, safety meetings and maintains records of such, per company policy.
• Conducts and ensures compliance with vessel maintenance and inspection requirements as prescribed by the company.
• Inspects 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.
• Ensures prompt and accurate reporting of all equipment failures, illnesses, incidents, accidents, and damages.
• Maintains current knowledge of all maritime laws.
• Directs and supervises crew members in safe and productive operation of the vessel, its machinery, and equipment.
• Holds crew accountable for their adherence to maritime law, company policies, and procedures.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of vessel handling and navigational skills commensurate with operating assignments.
• Capable to handle all aspects of operating a tractor tug for ship work and barge work in harbors and open waters.
• Must have competence to operate a tractor tug in forward or reverse modes when making up to a ship.
• Working knowledge of propulsion, auxiliary and deck machinery.
• Must possess strong written and oral communicative skills.
• Competent in the use of a computer.
• Must be able to economically supervise all aspects of the operation of the vessel and crew.
• Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision.
• Ability to withstand exposure to all weather conditions (rain, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours.

Minimum Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a National Master 200 GRT Near Coastal or higher license (preference for Master 500 GRT Near Coastal or higher license), Master of Towing, STCW, Radar Endorsement, MMC, and TWIC. GMDSS is preferred.
• 2 years' experience as a Captain on a tractor tug doing harbor assist work, preferred.
• Must be able to work in the Honolulu Harbor area.
• Valid state driver's license
• Able to pass a simulated or live assessment.

Schedule

• The Coverage Captain will work a every other week, holding a seven (7) day on and seven (7) day off schedule.
• Their “On Rotation” shift will be a 12-hour day, based on job/working needs. The primary responsibility will be from 1100-2300, but there are days when day work as early as 0600 could be required.

Young Brothers, Limited is an Equal Opportunity - Affirmative Action Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Young Brothers, Limited is a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.