Captain

Centerline Logistics Corporation; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline Logistics Corporation in Bayonne, NJ seeks an experienced Master to oversee tug and barge operations, ensure safety of crew and cargo, and supervise drills and maintenance.

The successful candidate will hold Coast Guard Master near Coastal license with radar observer endorsement, 5+ years towing barges along the US East Coast, and valid certifications including TWIC, First Aid, CPR, and HAZWOPER. Excellent leadership required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, speak and understand English over radiotelephone and/or radio.
• Must be able to communicate in English and effectively direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion.
• Valid TWIC and a valid state driver’s license.
• Must have a valid GMDSS operator endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety of vessel
• Stands wheelhouse watches underway
• Directs crew in performance of drills
• Determines the need for and assigns lookouts as necessary
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Company policies and regulations
• Prepares, monitors, and updates vessel work lists and maintenance schedules
• Ensures all crewmen are performing their duties
• Prepares written reports per company and regulatory agency directives
• Checks and approves all requisitions and work orders
• Ensures supplies are used efficiently, inventory, and prepares material requisitions
• Conducts inspections and monitors tug/barge maintenance activities
• Assigns work projects to crew
• Inspects cleanliness of the vessel and barge
• Purchases food for crew
• Works aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Vessel safety leadership

Crew supervision

Drills and training

English communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Coast Guard Master 200 GT near Coastal

Radar observer endorsement

Coast Guard towing endorsement

First aid certification

CPR certification

HAZWOPER certification or 24‑hour training

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the safe transportation of the assigned barge(s) and for the safety of the cargo, vessel(s), and crew. Responsible for safe docking of ships (when applicable). Required to perform administrative and supervisory functions. Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of tug and barge.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety of vessel
• Stands wheelhouse watches underway
• Directs crew in performance of drills
• Determines the need for and assigns lookouts as necessary
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Company policies and regulations
• Prepares, monitors, and updates vessel work lists and maintenance schedules
• Ensures all crewmen are performing their duties
• Prepares written reports per company and regulatory agency directives
• Checks and approves all requisitions and work orders
• Ensures supplies are used efficiently, inventory, and prepares material requisitions
• Conducts inspections and monitors tug/barge maintenance activities
• Assigns work projects to crew
• Inspects cleanliness of the vessel and barge
• Purchases food for crew
• Works aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, speak and understand English over radiotelephone and/or radio
• Must be able to communicate in English and effectively direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion
• Valid TWIC
• Must have a valid first aid certificate
• Must have valid CPR training
• Must have a valid HAZWOPER certificate or complete a 24 hour training course within 30 days from date of hire
• Must have a valid GMDSS operator endorsement
• Must be able to direct, fairly evaluate, and correct performance of subordinates
• Must have a valid state’s driver’s license
• Valid radio operator’s license
• Must be able to understand and use information in cargo information cards and material safety data sheets
• Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision

Regional Specific Requirements

• Valid Coast Guard license, minimum Master 200 GT near Coastal, with a radar observer endorsement
• Valid Master of Towing near Coastal endorsement
• Five (5) years of experience towing barges as Master, Coastwise on the US East Coast, Gulf of Mexico

Job Condition and Environment

• Ability to get along with crew members in confined quarters for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to perform the functions set forth in the attached job analysis and physically fit enough to pull heavy lines/hoses, lift, carry heavy items, climb onto barges and up and down ladders, and bending and twisting during boat/barge tie up
• Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, heavy seas, etc.)
• Must not be afraid of heights

Expected Hours of Work

• Ability to adapt to a variety of schedules and hours
• Willing to take call outs
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and at night

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace. Pre‑employment drug testing is required.