Mate, OTB

Overview

Acts as second in command of the tug and barge. Must be able to understand and carry out the orders and directions of the captain. Must be prepared to assume command in the event of incapacity of the captain. Responsible for safely making and breaking tow with barges, handling lines and wires. Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of the vessel.

Responsibilities

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following :

• Stands wheelhouse watch alternating with captain.
• Oversees safety of vessel including all installed equipment and inspections thereof.
• Maintains chart and publication corrections.
• Instructs Deckhands in seamanship skills.
• Assist Captain in barge landings and must be able to communicate distances and directions to Captain accurately and concisely.
• Determine the need for and assign lookouts as necessary.
• Inspect for cleanliness of vessel.
• Inventory supplies and order as appropriate.
• Monitor onboard usage to ensure supplies are utilized in an efficient manner.

Qualifications

Job Condition and Environment

Expected Hours of Work

Company Overview

Centerline Logistics is a leading provider of marine transportation services in the United States. Centerline Logistics operates on the United States West Coast (including Alaska and Hawaii), United States East Coast (including Puerto Rico), the United States Gulf Coast and the Mississippi River System. Services provided include the transportation and storage of petroleum products, tanker escort, ship assist, the transportation of general cargo and rescue towing. Centerline Logistics is the parent company of eight businesses specializing in marine services and a bulk liquids terminal business. Centerline Logistics provides accounting, administrative, human resources, safety and environmental services, and other support to the subsidiary companies.

The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements. 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and / or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements. All benefits information may be subject to change based on any current or updated benefit plan year changes and / or Collective Bargaining Agreements.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Drug Free Work place. Pre-employment drug testing is required.