Boat Captain - Start Now

We are on the lookout for a remarkable Boat Captain to join our dynamic team at Walsh Construction in Tampa, FL.
Growing your career as a Full Time Boat Captain is an amazing opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in project management, adaptability and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Boat Captain at Walsh Construction today!

Archer Western/Traylor Bros JV, a member of The Walsh Group is currently seeking a Boat Captain for the Howard Frankland Bridge Replacement , in  Tampa, FL .

 

The Boat Captain's primary function is to operate a boat or barge in support of construction projects.

 

Walsh is a rapidly growing, highly diversified construction company, and we constantly seek builders and business people to join our industry-leading team. Walsh employees are "built to succeed" - competitive entrepreneurs with strong character who are energized by working on a team to meet challenges and are willing to take risks after careful planning. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex projects
• Creative and innovative problem solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward your success
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility to build what you want, where you want

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel including its seaworthiness, safety and security, operations, navigation, crew management and legal compliance of all U.S. Coast Guard regulations.

• Maintain ships log, including safety reports of Man overboard, fire fighting, abandon ships drills and pre sail inspection report including machinery fluid levels and electrical systems.

• Train deck personnel responsible for duties required during safety drills.

• Command deck personnel while making tow or mooring tug and/or barges.

• Maintain and perform light maintenance as required to ensure safe operation of vessel and crew including deck winches, deck safety equipment, machinery and electrical systems

• Maintain navigation equipment in accordance with Coast Guard regulations.

• Ensure and oversee vessel cleanliness including bilges, machinery space, galley and wheelhouse.

• Ensure all pollution devices are well equipped and readily available.

• Maneuver vessel/barges in close spaces while maintaining safety of crew and personnel onboard.

• Solve problems with crew and reprimand crew as necessary with company safety standards.

• While working with others use manners and be polite solving problems.

• Other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 5 years of experience required
• License required - Mate Pilot 100 Ton minimum
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• May be required to work in adverse weather conditions
• Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly
• Possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Requires good manual dexterity; may be standing, bending, kneeling or sitting for long periods
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

If hired by The Walsh Group, you must be in compliance with your employment location’s COVID-19 related requirements, if any.

 

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at Show phone number or  View email address on skilledcraft-walshgroup.icims.com .

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Benefits of working as a Boat Captain in Tampa, FL:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Competitive salary