Ferry and Harbor Tug Craftmaster

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Airfare

Housing provided

Annual leave travel

Shipments up to 1000 lbs accompanied

Job summary

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) is seeking a Ferry and Harbor Tug Craftmaster in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to support port operations for the Guantanamo Bay contract. You will operate ferries and harbor tugs, performing towing, docking, and escort duties while ensuring safety and mission readiness.

Must have Navy NEC 0161 or USCG Master License with towing endorsement and at least 5 years of harbor-tug or ferry experience; security clearance and government site access are required.

Qualifications

• Requires Navy Tugboat operating experience or USCG Master License with towing endorsement.
• At least 5 years harbor tug or ferry operation experience.
• Experience as marine radio operator; knowledge of international/inland rules-of-the-road.
• Must obtain government security clearance.
• Must maintain access to government worksite.

Responsibilities

• Operate Ferry Point to Point transporting personnel, vehicles and cargo.
• Operate towing, mooring, docking, and escorting vessels and related craft.
• Towing may include offshore origins/destinations.
• Transfer pilots and government personnel by vessel.
• Provide tug emergency support services and respond to incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Navy Tugboat ops

USCG Master License

Harbor tugs experience

Marine radio operator

Radar navigation

Security clearance

Driver's license

Education

US Navy NEC 0161 qualification

Tools

Radar systems

Navigational aids

Job description

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description—it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we serve. Every milestone we achieve helps fund programs, expand services, and create lasting value for the Tribe, making each success a shared one.

For more than 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries have delivered mission-critical services to federal clients globally. From logistics and information technology to cybersecurity and facilities operations, we are united by a single purpose: to generate meaningful economic opportunity and sustainable growth for the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow – One Mission, One Team – With a Commitment to Serve

Job Title: Ferry and Harbor Tug Craftmaster

Labor Category: Exempt / EXPAT

Travel:35%

About the Role

KIRA Construction Management is currently seeking a Ferry and Harbor Tug Craftmaster in direct support of the Port Operations Guantanamo Bay contract in Cuba.

What You'll Be Doing

• Primary responsibility is operating the base Ferry Point to Point transporting personnel, vehicles and cargo supporting Guantanamo Bay mission.
• Secondary responsibility is operating Single Screw Navy YTB towing, twisting, mooring, berthing, docking, streaming, shifting, assisting, pulling, and escorting vessels, barges, submarines, crafts, hulls, sleds, derricks, lighters, and objects of whatsoever nature including anything carried thereon.
• Towing may include origin and destination locations offshore.
• Transfers of pilots and Government Personnel by vessel.
• Tug emergency support services, including responses to weather conditions threatening
• vessels, piers, dry-docks, or shore facilities; shipboard fires; vessels aground; vessel equipment failures; downed aircraft; oil spills; missions of mercy; collisions; ammunition mishaps; and search-and-rescue operations and shipboard casualty.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Must either have either prior Navy Tugboat operating experience and have prior (NEC) 0161 qualifications or minimum of a USCG Master License on Near Coastal Waters for Motor vessels of 200 Gross Tons with towing endorsement.
• In addition to the NEC 0161 qualification and/or the USGC Masters License, Captains position requires at least 5 years documented experience operating harbor tugs or point-to-point ferry operations. This includes experience operating under conditions requiring precise navigation, station keeping, close quarter maneuvering, anchoring, and specialized testing operations.
• Shall be an experienced marine radio operator, understand international and inland rules-of-the-road and proficiently operate radar and other navigational aids.
• Due to the nature of the work, all new hires must successfully complete an evaluation period of 30 days to ensure safe operations of crafts are within expected performance requirements.
• Must be familiar with administrative ship business and demonstrate overall charge of the vessel.
• Must be able to satisfactorily obtain and maintain a government security clearance as required by the contract.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This role operates within a traditional port-operations environment.
• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching forlong periodsof time.
• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around various hazards with appropriate PPE.
• Must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.

This is a full-time, year-round opportunity located in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, offering a unique overseas assignment with a comprehensive relocation and travel package designed to make your transition as seamless as possible.

As part of your employment, you'll receive:

• Company-paid airfare for your initial relocation to Guantanamo Bay and your return travel upon completion of your assignment.
• Company-provided housing with basic household furnishings, utilities, and local transportation—all at no cost to you.
• Annual leave travel with company-paid transportation and lodging to and from your point of hire, allowing you to reconnect with family and friends each year.
• Household goods shipment provided to help you settle into your new assignment:
  • Up to 1,000 lbs. for accompanied employees
  • Up to 500 lbs. for unaccompanied employees
• Reimbursement of authorized travel expenses incurred during approved travel, in accordance with company policy.

US Pay Range

$80,000 - $90,000 USD

Why Us?

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), our work goes beyond delivering exceptional services—we are driven by a mission to create meaningful impact. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values purpose, performance, and people.

We offer the opportunity to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where your contributions directly impact mission success. Our teams are built on collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring you are supported while being challenged to grow.

Join us and be part of a team where your work matters.

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• TRICARE Supplemental
• Critical Illness insurance
• Company-Paid Life and Short-Term Disability insurance
• Optional Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Seminars

For union represented positions, benefits and leave are provided in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pre-Employment Screening: All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and 5-panel drug screening, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: If you have a disability or medical condition and require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please notify the designated recruiter so we can provide appropriate assistance.