Harbor Tug Dispatcher

G And H Towing Company; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

G & H Towing Company seeks a Corpus Christi Watchstander in Deer Park, TX. The role is a full-time OpCen position responsible for coordinating tug services, vessel movements, and on-site operations in a dynamic harbor environment.

The dispatcher interacts with harbor masters, pilots, and towing teams to ensure timely and safe tug support. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and maritime knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant maritime experience may substitute.
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assign tugs to vessel movements.
• Coordinate tug availability for fuel, lube servicing, maintenance, and crew changes.
• Maintain updated tug location and service sheets.
• Stay in contact with harbor masters and pilots to provide appropriate tug service.
• Be on‑call per OpCen schedule and work shift rotations.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maritime knowledge preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based systems

Job description

G & H Towing Company seeks a Corpus Christi Watchstander in Deer Park, TX. The role is a full-time OpCen position responsible for coordinating tug services, vessel movements, and on-site operations in a dynamic harbor environment.

The dispatcher interacts with harbor masters, pilots, and towing teams to ensure timely and safe tug support. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational skills, and maritime knowledge.