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Tugboat Captain

Confidential

Not specified permanent

Posted: January 30, 2026

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The Tugboat Captain is responsible for safe and efficient operation of the vessel and support equipment, implementing safety protocols and ensuring crew compliance.

Job Description

Tugboat Captain

YOUR COMPASS TO SUCCESS

Your New Company:

At NGL Companies we are committed to workplace safety. We are a trusted maritime transportation, construction and logistics company providing our services on both land and sea.

We are seeking qualified applicants who are focused on the safe operation and navigation of a tugboat vessel. The tugboat captain will be responsible for managing the crew members and ensuring they are completing their required duties.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safe and efficient operation of the vessel and support equipment.

Implementing the safety and environmental policy of the Company, motivating the crew in the execution of that policy, issuing orders in a clear and concise manner and reviewing safety and pollution prevention activities.

Reporting defects to the Company and other matters with implications for safe operations or pollution risk and which require the assistance of the Company.

Appraising and coordinating on-board training requirements with the Company.

Ensuring that all safety information is kept in date and available to all members of the crew at all times.

Review of on-board contingency plans and ship procedures and reporting any deficiencies to the company.

Reporting non-conformities, accidents involving personnel or plant and hazardous situations to the Company.

Requesting assistance from the Company as may be deemed necessary to ensure safe and pollution-free operation of the ship.

Provide employee scheduling information to the crew.

Maintain the vessel budget and help maximize cost efficiency as directed

Complete required log entries and maintain radio watch as required

Give assignments and direction to the mate and/or lead deckhand

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

The minimum qualifications and experience required are:

Must have experience as a U.S.C.G. MOTV licensed Captain with towing and endorsements for Western Rivers, Oceans, and/or Near Coastal waters

Must have a valid TWIC (receipts NOT accepted)

Must have a valid DL

Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions

Must be able to carry, push/pull and/or lift materials weighing upwards of 75lbs

Maintain the vessel budget and help maximize cost efficiency as directed

Complete required log entries and maintain radio watch as required

Give assignments and direction to the mate and/or lead deckhand

Ability to meet USCG physical examination requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The Tugboat Captain must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.

Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.

What you will get in return:

Opportunity to grow with an industry leader

Great benefits plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401K with match

COMPETITIVE SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES. EMPLOYMENT OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON A REVIEW OF REFERENCES, SATISFACTORY COMPLETION OF A DRUG SCREEN, AND ANALYSIS OF FULL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS.

Next Generation Logistics is an equal-opportunity employer. Next Generation Logistics does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need

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