ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Use the VHF portable radio.
Splice lines. Perform lubrication services. Properly tie off barge tows, raft tows, etc.
Give proper direction and distance signals and information. Use equipment on the tug – winches, capstan, peavey, pike pole, pumps. Make up multiple barge tows. Fuel tug. Complete barge reports, engine room logs.
Paint inside and outside of tug on an on-going basis. Cook meals for crew members and prepare grocery orders and supply requisitions. Check engine room hourly for leaks, broken fuel and oil lines, etc. Take readings on each watch and maintain engine room logs. Drain water out of air tanks every day. Check oil in auxiliary and main engines before starting.
Change oil and filter as needed. A general maintenance checklist is provided explaining what equipment needs to be greased started, etc. Engine should be wiped down of oil each night. Keep area clean and free of oil.
Tighten and grease/ replace shaft packing before leaving the boat. Take on fuel and water, and pump bilges.
Cleaning restrooms on tug. Prepare grocery/supplies list.
Performs special duties and other projects as assigned.
Adheres to all company policies.
Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess and maintain US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document (MMD) or Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC).
Must possess Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
AB limited with a valid STCW endorsement is preferred.
Must possess and maintain valid state driver’s license.
Must possess and maintain valid passport.
Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night. Willing to take call outs.
Must live within 45 minutes of home port (CSX)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must be able to comprehend and respond and carry out specific orders from the captain. Ability to communicate effectively with captain, co-workers, dispatchers and customers. Ability to learn safety awareness, injury prevention, fire fighting. Must be able to read, speak and understand English over the telephone and/or radio.
Must be able to plan and prepare multiple meals for crews.
Must be physically fit enough to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, tighten winches, carry heavy items, kneel while painting or changing oil/filters, climb onto barges and upstairs to wheelhouse, bending and twisting during boat/barge tie-up.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, etc.).
Must have the ability and flexibility to work a variety of schedules and hours and must be able to report for duty with a one hour notice. Must be able to work overtime, Sundays, Saturdays, holidays, night work.
Assignments can last up to 15 days (river) or as much as 90 days (ocean). Must be willing to take callouts.
Must not be afraid of heights or narrow walkways.
Must join Union.
To apply:
Send resume and cover letter to – fossjobs@foss.com or fax (206) 270-4899. Only resumes with a cover letter and salary requirements will be accepted.
Foss Maritime Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place – Participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program
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