Port Captain

Location

Palmer, AK | United States

Job description

Job Title: Port Captain SOC code: 53-5021 FLSA Classification: Exempt Department/Location: Palmer/Alaskan Waters Reports to: Marine Division Operations Manager Status: Full Time, Temp to Regular EEO-1: 1.2 First/Mid-Level Officials Normal Work Hours and Days: Minimum 40 hour week M-F or more as needed. Approved by: Kevin Weiss Revised: 02/21/2024 EEO Statement: Cruz Construction, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.** Summary: The Port Captain shall oversee fleet personnel and vessel day to day operations and manages the vessels/crews documentation needs, training requirements, safety issues and reporting essentials. Essential Functions: Adhere to the QSEMS (Quality, Safety, and Environmental Management System) including the Quality Assurance Manual (QAM) and the Operating Procedures Manual (OPM). Implement the Quality, Safety and Environmental Policy of the Company. Provide overriding authority and make decisions with respect to quality, safety and pollution prevention. Provide overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of vessel captains. Ensure compliance of assigned operations with applicable federal, state, and company regulations and policies. Ensure continual improvement of quality, safety and environmental protection performance. Monitor and ensure quality, safety and environmental standards on all assigned operations. Direct and implement QSEMS policies, processes, procedures and applicable work instructions for vessel crew. Interview, hire and train vessel crew. Other Tasks: Perform other related duties, as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Provide oversight and support to the vessel personnel. Provide strategic direction, establish and communicate measurable quality, safety and environmental policies, objectives and overall company goals. Assist vessel personnel as needed to address complaints and resolve problems. Verify that specified requirements are observed. Routinely review the Company’s QSEMS to ensure it kept up to date. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Minimum: Valid USCG 200 Ton Master of Towing upon Coastal Waters Valid Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) Valid Driver’s License Preferred: Vessel Security Officer (VSO) Certificate 10 years of Western Alaska and Arctic Waters experience Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and basic Accounting software Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of and ability to use Internet software and the ability to use Microsoft Office and email Knowledge of principles and methods for transportation of goods. Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. Skill in controlling operations of equipment and systems on the vessel. Skill in problem solving and reacting quickly with rapidly changing situations. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Ability to clearly speak English over radio and over phone. Ability to read and understand simple instructions, short correspondence and memos Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Physical Demands: The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following: Not Present = NP 1-10% of the work day = Rare 34-66% of the work day = Frequent 11-33% of the work day = Occasional 67-100% of the work day = Constant Sitting Frequent Reaching Overhead Occasional Standing Frequent Reaching Straight Ahead Frequent Walking Frequent Reaching Downward Frequent Bending/Stooping Frequent Handling Occasional Crouching Frequent Fingering Occasional Kneeling Frequent Feeling Occasional Crawling Rare Talking Constant Climbing Rare Hearing Constant Balancing Rare Twisting Occasional Operate Foot Controls Rare Twist of Wrist Occasional (Pounds) Constant Frequent Occasional Rare Lifting 0 >30 >50 Carrying 0 >30 >50 Pushing/Pulling 0 >30 >50 Working Conditions: ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS CHECK (If Present) COMMENTS 1. Exposure to Inclement Weather X Frequent 2. Extreme Cold X Occasional 3. Extreme Heat X Occasional 4. Wet and/or Humid X Occasional 5. Noise X Rare 6. Vibration X Rare 7. Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) X Occasional INHERENT HAZARDS 8. Moving Mechanical Parts X Occasional 9. Electric Shock NP 10. High, Exposed Places NP 11. Radiant Energy NP 12. Explosives NP 13. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals X Rare 14. Other Risks NP This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

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