USCG-Credentialed Tug & Barge Master

Wishalicious; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Tug and Barge Co. seeks a Captain to lead tug and barge operations in Puget Sound, Alaska, and Pacific Northwest waters. The role combines voyage planning, navigation, cargo handling, and safety leadership, with strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and crew supervision.

The Captain will oversee vessel systems, drills, and coordination with dispatch, customers, and shore-side management, primarily at sea and in port, with some remote coordination tasks.

Qualifications

• Strong vessel command and navigation skills for tug and barge operations on coastal and inland waters.
• Knowledge of USCG requirements, environmental regulations, and emergency response procedures.
• Proven leadership and crew management abilities in dynamic offshore environments.
• Experience with industrial cargo handling and port operations in the PNW and Alaska.
• Clear communication and documentation skills for logbooks and coordination with shoreside teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan voyages, navigate vessels, and execute maneuvering on assigned routes.
• Oversee cargo handling, transfers, and seaworthiness monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with USCG regulations and company policies; conduct drills.
• Lead and mentor crew; maintain safety culture and effective dispatch communication.

Skills

Vessel command

Navigation

Leadership

Crew management

Communication

Logkeeping

USCG knowledge

Job description

Island Tug and Barge Co. seeks a Captain to lead tug and barge operations in Puget Sound, Alaska, and Pacific Northwest waters. The role combines voyage planning, navigation, cargo handling, and safety leadership, with strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and crew supervision.

The Captain will oversee vessel systems, drills, and coordination with dispatch, customers, and shore-side management, primarily at sea and in port, with some remote coordination tasks.