2nd Tankerman (PIC) - Marine at Republic Services

North Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Maritime, Environmental ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Prior knowledge and experience in oil response
Ability to travel and deploy to other vessels both domestically and internationally
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentation, technical procedures, and regulations
Skill communicating the implications and highlights of highly specialized, technical, and analytical work and key insights
Ability to effectively manage and communicate work delivery expectations with customers
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as proportions, basic algebra, and geometry to apply to a variety of practical, variable and non-standard situations
Ability to use maritime survival craft equipment
Minimum 4-7 years of relevant work experience
Preferred: USCG Merchant Mariner Credential as Master of 1600 Gross Registered Tons (GRT) for Oceans with Radar license
Preferred: Any Waters or Near Coastal Life Boatmen Endorsement, STCW and GMDSS certificates, Unlimited radar observer
Preferred: Able Bodied Seaman
Preferred: Cold-Water Survival Certificate (or ability to obtain within 12 months, if required)
Preferred: Tankerman PIC endorsement
Preferred: Valid driver’s license
Preferred: API Rigger and Hydraulic Crane Operator certificates (or ability to obtain)
Preferred: Possess or obtain Confined Space Entry, Attendant and Rescue certification (may be required at some locations)
Preferred: US Passport, or ability to obtain (may be required at some locations)

Responsibilities

Operate ships and water vessels in oceans, bays, lakes, rivers or coastal waters
Conduct thorough inspections of vessels and peripheral equipment before each voyage to ensure efficient and safe operations, adhering to all regulations and company policies
Utilize navigational equipment, weather forecasts and tide/current predictions to ensure the overall safety of vessel and crew
Work with the supervisor to adjust float and work plan according to developing environmental conditions
Direct crew activities while deployed
Deploy, tow, and anchor containment boom and other spill response equipment, as necessary
Ensure job-related equipment is always in good working order and ready for deployment or drill notifications
Document and keep current all required vessel logs and inspections
Provide clear direction to deckhands and passengers to ensure safety during potential navigational or event hazards
Provide continuous training in safety, seamanship skills and basic navigation techniques
Conduct onboard safety drills
Understand and complete paperwork to follow procedures and regulations, such as customer logbooks, vessel logbooks, charts, EPA Discharge logs, placards, and labeling
May perform other general work, confined space entry, spill response and industrial maintenance as directed by supervisor
Perform other, related duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Vessel OperationMaritime NavigationOil Spill ResponseContainment Boom DeploymentVessel InspectionsSafety DrillsSeamanshipConfined Space EntryLogbook ManagementEPA Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What certifications are preferred for this 2nd Tankerman position?

Preferred certifications include USCG Merchant Mariner Credential as Master of 1600 GRT for Oceans with Radar license, Any Waters or Near Coastal Life Boatmen Endorsement, STCW and GMDSS certificates, Unlimited radar observer, Able Bodied Seaman, Cold-Water Survival Certificate, Tankerman PIC endorsement, valid driver’s license, API Rigger and Hydraulic Crane Operator certificates, and Confined Space Entry certifications.

What skills and abilities are required for the Assistant Captain role?

Required skills include prior knowledge and experience in oil response, ability to travel and deploy domestically and internationally, reading and interpreting complex documentation and regulations, communicating technical insights, managing customer expectations, working with mathematical concepts, and using maritime survival craft equipment.

Is remote work or a specific location mentioned for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this 2nd Tankerman position?

A strong candidate has prior oil response experience, the preferred USCG credentials including Tankerman PIC endorsement, and certifications like STCW, GMDSS, and confined space entry, along with the ability to travel internationally and lead crew safety.