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Fleet Boat Captain - (non live-aboard)

IngramBargeCompanyChannelview, TX

💰 $45,000 – $65,000/yrFull-time

Quick Summary

Fleet Boat Captain position operating barges on the Houston ship channel with a 14/7 schedule.

Skills & Keywords

vessel operationbarge navigationUSCG compliancecrew supervision

Before applying please note

Must have Drivers License Before applying, please take into consideration that this is not a live aboard position. Due to daily commuting requirements, we are seeking applicants that live around 45 minutes of Channelview, TX

Schedule 14/7

What you’ll be doing

Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems and policies
Participating in safety drills and audits
Supervising the Mate and Deckhands in consultation with the Captain and shore-based leadership
Assuring safe and efficient vessel navigation through compliance with the “rules of the road”
Practicing good seamanship and boat handling skills
Complying and ensuring the crew is complying with USCG and environmental laws and regulations
Demonstrating felt leadership
Delegating vessel responsibilities, duties and tasks considering crew members position and ability
Assisting with crew evaluations
Assisting in training of deck crew
Navigating barges safely to and from docks on the Houston ship channel
Navigating barges in close quarter situations to include headline operations
Performing other related duties as assigned