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LabMar Ferry Services
Vessel Captain – drug screen required

Cameron, LA
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CAPTAIN JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

LabMar Ferry Services is the premier operator of Ferries in the state of Louisiana. We are looking to add 500-ton or 1600-ton Licensed Captains to our team to support the local ferry operations. We offer a fast-paced customer friendly operation with the ability to go home at the end of your shift.

Qualified candidates must be safety-conscious and able to work in a physically demanding environment. The company offers a complete benefits package, including 401K with company match, health, life, vision, disability, and dental insurance.

The vessel Master shall have the overriding authority and responsibility for all areas concerning the vessel and the supervision of vessel operations. There is always one Master assigned to a vessel at any given time. The Master will act as the Safety Officer onboard the vessel.

Job Duties, skills, and abilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Master include but are never limited to:

· Reporting to shore-based management for the safe operation, pollution prevention, and safe navigation along with managing and maintaining the vessel.

· For the safety and well-being of the entire vessel crew along with all passengers that may be aboard the vessel at all times.

· For the safety of all equipment, and for the stability of the vessel.

· For knowing the contents of the safety policies and ensuring that all members of the crew know and adhere to policies set forth.

· The Master at all times while in command has the Overriding Authority and Responsibility to make sound decisions with respect to all safety and pollution issues. While carrying out these duties, each vessel Master will be governed by all applicable rules, regulations, guidelines and laws.

· Each Master has the ultimate authority above and the responsibility for all officers and crew of the vessel. The Master will set a high standard of personal, professional conduct to provide leadership onboard the vessel; again, only one person is assigned to exercise the authority of the vessel Master by the company.

· The supervision of all phases of the vessels operations, safe and economical navigation of the vessel, and administration of this safety management system.

· Reviewing the Safety Management System and reporting all deficiencies to shore-based management.

· Acting on behalf of the company as the vessels safety officer, implementing and maintaining the safety and environmental policies. Make certain that all work is performed in unity with the safe work practices, policies and procedures.

· Issuing all orders in a manner that simply and clearly states those lawful orders.

· Issuing and posting Standing Orders and Night Orders that are clearly understood and implemented to all crew members.

· Verification and cross checking of voyage plan and chart corrections.

· Maintaining good crew moral and customer relations.

· Maintaining custody of all required original ships documentation, certificates, records and files. This is to include the logging and reporting of all significant information in the ships rough log and the company logs.

· Making sure that all life-saving and firefighting equipment are in good working order and inspected at required intervals and to keep records of those inspections.

· Controlling and supervising the loading and discharge of all passengers so as not to ever place the vessel’s stability or crew in danger.

· Maintaining the readiness of the entire crew to ensure all personnel are trained and prepared should an emergency situation arise. The Master in all cases is responsible for motivating the crews in compliance with the Safety and Environmental Policies. The Master may use the Weekly Safety and Environmental meeting to provide guidance and training. The Master by setting a positive professional example, with continuous training will ensure that this is accomplished.

· Responsible for supervising passenger fare collection onboard the vessel.

· Responsible for supervision of passenger car parking and passenger loading.

· Stands bridge watch or lookout watch.

· Supervises and directs vessel chipping, painting, pressure washing and general maintenance.

· To be familiar with all Company policies, procedures, including the Safety Management System, applicable to his/her duties.

· Responsible for refusing unsafe work and for carrying out all work in accordance with the established safety standards and best work practices.

· Taking part in emergency and occupational onboard training such as, firefighting, man overboard exercises, security drills and/or other training as applicable for the function.

· Wearing, inspecting and caring for required personal protective equipment.

· Computer, organizational and communications skills.

· Strong attention to detail.

· Able to work individually and as part of a team Ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.

*Ability to work after hours and on weekends as necessary. Ability to work surge services, festivals or other required times is required.

Physical Demands:

This operation is based in the Cameron, LA on the Lower Calcasieu River. This is an inland job where employees typically live locally and go home after completing their watch.

Workdays are 12 hours; however, the incumbent must be able to work standard 12 hour days as a condition of employment. Longer hours may be required for emergency repairs or assignments where needed. Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and large capacity events. Typical shift duration is 14 days on / 7 days off.

Must be able to pass USCG physical and drug screen.

The majority of work is performed in a Marine environment in both indoor and outdoor conditions with exposure to various temperatures and weather conditions, along with a moderate to loud noise level.

The Marine operation is subject to varied wake and motion.

Ability to stand and walk on nearly a constant basis; ability to work long hours each day

Ability to bend, rotate and reach frequently

Ability to carry, push/pull and/or lift materials weighing upwards of 50 lbs.

Ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely

Ability to manipulate/handle/grip materials required to perform job

Ability to manoeuvre through/in/around small and/or confined areas within the vessel

Must be able to maintain both static and dynamic standing balance to complete various duties associated with job

Must be capable of performing emergency duties as listed in the vessel’s station bill

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Experience:

Relevant job experience: 5 years (Preferred)
License:

· MMC (Required)

· TWIC (Required)

· Valid driver license (Required)

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED BY THOSE ASSIGNED TO THE CAPTAIN CLASSIFICATION AND IS NOT INTENDED TO SERVE AS A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF ALL JOB DUTIES.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $600.00 – $650.00 per day

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

Do you have Z-drive experience?
Experience:

Captain: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:

USCG 500 Ton or 1600 Ton License (Required)
TWIC Card (Required)
Drug Screen (Required)
Work Location: In person

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