JOB PURPOSE: Responsible and accountable for safe operation of the vessel. First order is for the safety of the vessel, second order is for the welfare of the crew and third the safety of the tow. Various missions of the tug include: docking and undocking of ship and barges, general towage of a variety of ship and barge configurations and cargoes in between ports. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

• Performs a diverse range of job functions as the captain, including managing several million dollars worth of assets at any given time; is directly responsible for the welfare and lives of the crew.
• Directs crew in all aspects of vessel operations including: safe navigation, shipboard training and drills, general and preventative maintenance of the vessels machinery, operating systems, construction, and maintenance of the vessels working gear.
• Determines work schedules and establishes routines.
• Operates winches and other deck machinery.
• Pays atte...