Position: Tugboat Captain – 100T
Location: Groton, Connecticut
Compensation: Highly competitive, based on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time (on-site; no remote option)
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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