Job Description:
Responsible for supervising and coordinating all phases of operations relating to the division tugs and barges. Includes direct supervision of Deck Officers and Deckhands. Involved in selection, promotion and training, crewing, governmental and state regulatory and safety compliance standards, budget development & management, casualty investigations, vessel repair, coordination of vessel schedules and operations, and developing and executing operating standards designed to ensure regulatory compliance of personnel and vessels consistent with company policies.
Essential Functions:
Supervision
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Directs and supervises all marine employees.
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Interfaces with customers, marine & shoreside employees, vendors, pilots, and regulatory officials.
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Develops, implements and enforces policies and procedures.
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Responsible for hiring, crewing, promotions, personnel placement. Directs training as pertains to marine personnel.
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Supervises responsibilities and performance of vessel personnel.
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Audits vessel logs and approves overtime.
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Assists with utilization and scheduling of tugs and barges in fleet.
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Initiates appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action.
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Supervises personnel involved in field projects.
Compliance
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Ensures compliance with company SOP's, regulatory, licensing, and training requirements.
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Investigates and reports the causes and effects of marine incidents.
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Ensures compliance of company safety policies, maintenance and training programs.
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Conducts regular inspections of tugs to ensure compliance .
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Complies with company Preventative Maintenance Program.
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Complies with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations, including, but not limited to: USCG, EPA, ISM, ABS, OSHA and OSPR.
Administrative
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Supervises vessel modifications, rigging and supply.
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Interprets and administers government regulations.
Supervisory and Leadership of Direct Staff
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Be a leader for "SpeakUp", including encouraging peers and staff to exhibit a safe and ethical culture.
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Responsible for all matters of employment including recruiting, training, development, promotion, discipline and termination.
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Understands and complies with Company policies and procedures, including EEO, Non-Discrimination, Harassment, and Saltchuk Code of Ethical Business Conduct.
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Effectively communicates function and/or regional goals and objectives.
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Provides direction and leadership to achieve company Core Values, Mission and Safety Vision.
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Processes performance evaluations in a timely, effective and fair manner.
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Directs, motivates and develops employees for maximum performance.
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Establishes goals, monitors progress and results of direct reports.
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Addresses inter- and intra-department training needs and counseling, as needed.
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Performs special duties and other projects as assigned.
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Adheres to all company policies.
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Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
Knowledge and Skills:
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Technical: Must have a strong maritime background with a thorough understanding of the day-to-day operations of vessels, their limits, their capabilities and both internal characteristics and external factors influencing
them. Must also understand the individual roles, interactions and responsibilities of crewmembers manning the vessels.
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Legal: Ability to interpret, administer and ensure compliance with government regulations related to vessel manning, construction, maintenance & repair, safety, training, navigation, work rules, emergency response, licensing and towing operations.
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Financial: Should understand at a minimum, basic cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes to effectively manage multiple budgets on a routine basis. Good organizational and planning skills are essential.
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Communications: Must possess strong written and oral communicative skills to draft business letters, develop reports, present oral presentations, create policies & procedures and write repair specifications.
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Customer Relations: Should have good interpersonal skills to work well with customers, peers, superiors, subordinates, competitors and the general public. Should also have a strong appreciation for and be sensitive to the needs of our customers recognizing that the Company is a specialty service provider.
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Human Relations: Must be a team player but at the same time be willing to exercise authority when required. A coach-type management style is most effective. Strong decision making and problem-solving abilities are a must. Should have good negotiating skills to deal with regulators, customers, vendors and labor unions.
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Personal Traits: Must be flexible and receptive to change. Must have ability to deviate from established routines on short notice and be able to recognize the level of importance of new assignments. Must be able to prioritize tasks accordingly to meet deadlines without sacrificing operational quality. Must be able to delegate effectively. Must be accurate in completion of assignments. Must be dedicated and loyal.
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Sensory: Must have reasonable sensory skills in order to maintain USCG license including color vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination and hearing; and be proficient in the English language.
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Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with dispatchers and all levels and personalities. Must be able to work effectively under stress and provide strong supervision in emergency response situations. Provides direct
supervision of other managers and subordinates on a day-to-day basis. Works closely with customers, peers, competitors, government officials and vendors. Should have good team building skills and ability to motivate others. Must effectively process sensitive and confidential information. Regularly coordinates activities with members of other departments.
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Equipment: Telephones, calculators, computers, copiers, fax machines, radios, navigation equipment, including radar, GPS and autopilot.
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Environment/Conditions: The job is generally performed in all weather conditions, including exposure to high noise levels and exposure to heat and cold.
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Schedule: Long hours must be anticipated, and travel is required. On-call 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Many late-night telephone calls, and an occasional, field or emergency response is required.
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Demands: The job requires a great deal of flexibility in meeting schedules and deadlines. Must be productive and precise. Relatively high level of stress. Key projects require a great deal of extra effort.
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Must have extensive knowledge of harbor ship assist work.
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Must have experience working on twin screw and tractor tugs.
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Planning and forecasting skills relative to business trends, vessel management, and cost projections.
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Ability to demonstrate high ethical standards of honesty and integrity to lead by example.
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Ability to delegate and empower employees to achieve business goals and operational standards.
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Knowledge of business management principles and practices.
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Knowledge of repair and replacement costs essential to effective cost control.
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Must be able to provide functional direction to Deck Officers in charge of company vessels.
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Provide direction to Customer Service Representatives in the scheduling of vessel crews.
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Must have the ability to coordinate the efficient use of vessel and shoreside assets between geographic areas and activities.
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Ability to assist in cost planning, reporting, and operational expenditures in the region.
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Must be able to gain an intimate familiarity with company lines of business, reporting and monitoring of financial performance.
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Ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations as they apply to the maritime business.
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Must be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies including, but not limited to, U.S. Coast Guard, ABS, OSHA, OSPR and other local, state and federal agencies.
Minimum Qualifications: High school education is desirable and preference given to those with maritime academy or college degree. 3-5 years as a tugboat captain. Must possess a valid USCG Masters License or Mates License at a minimum.
Working Conditions: Work is generally performed in the field, in all weather conditions and is often accomplished in high noise areas. Mainly outdoors, in, on or about seagoing vessels in dynamic, wet, noisy and odorous conditions. Must be able to work for extended periods of time in poorly ventilated confined spaces wearing safety equipment such as, hard hat, gloves, boots, rain gear, and respirators for protection from harmful dust and fumes. Regular and predictable attendance is a requirement.
Physical/Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit/stand; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Ability to move between buildings, ascend/descend stairs and go outdoors in all kinds of weather. Also, for vessel and site visits, one needs the ability to climb ladders and over bulwarks. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The workday usually has a high number of interruptions and priority changes necessitating the need to remain flexible and focused in order to accomplish tasks.
Position Content: This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, working conditions associated with the positions. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, these requirements may change over time. Management
reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
We are a equal opportunity employer.
Cook Inlet
Jul 08, 2025