Position: Tugboat Captain – 100T
Location: Groton, Connecticut
Compensation: Highly competitive, based on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time (on-site; no remote option)
Hourly Rate Range: $600-$900 an hour (full-time)
Position Overview
Team PAC Group LLC is seeking an experienced Tugboat Captain to operate coastal and offshore tugs, filling both captain and relief captain roles. The successful candidate will join a growing, collaborative team supporting all aspects of marine operations, including shorefront construction, coastal and offshore deck barge and cargo projects, and towing services. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Groton, Connecticut. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizen
- Valid Coast Guard Merchant Mariner’s Credential
- 100 Ton Master License
- Master of Towing endorsement
- STCW Certification
- Valid Radar Endorsement
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- FCC Radio/Telephone Operator Permit
- Valid TWIC card (preferred)
- Experience with twin screw tugboats
- Must pass pre-employment drug test and physical
- Physically able to ensure personal and crew safety
- Adequate vision (no uncorrectable color blindness or impairment)
- Adequate hearing
- Ability to walk and stand on wet surfaces for extended periods
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Able to access all points of a vessel in varying climates and environments
Key Responsibilities
- Report to the Vice President or designated representative
- Supervise all crew members on the assigned vessel
- Serve as Master of a tug or towing vessel
- Safely and efficiently manage crew, vessel performance, and tow operations
- Serve as Officer in Charge of the Navigation Watch
- Assess and maintain vessel seaworthiness
- Maintain safe and clean accommodations
- Provide clear direction and leadership to the crew
- Maintain vessel and crew emergency readiness
- Organize and conduct training, drills, and safety exercises
- Complete and maintain all required logs, records, and reports
- Ensure proper vessel manning and watchkeeping
- Represent PAC Group LLC professionally with clients, pilots, terminal personnel, and the public
- Perform additional duties as assigned by General Manager or designee
- Physically able to lift 30 lbs and pull 60 lbs for at least 20 feet
Additional Requirements/Skills
- Adaptable to various personalities and management styles
- Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
- Able to work effectively and efficiently with others
- Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication
- Uses experience and judgment to accomplish goals
- Hard-working, dedicated, and reliable
- Demonstrates strong leadership
- Committed to supporting and complying with safety initiatives
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, and vision
- Short-term disability insurance
- Company-paid $50,000 life insurance policy
- Participation in a company-funded pension/retirement plan
Equal Opportunity Statement
PAC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
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