TUGBOAT CAPTAIN/DESIGNATED DUTY ENGINEER

Req ID: 49446  Team: X36 WTRFT SUPPORT SERV  Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes  Full-Time Shift: Multiple  Relocation: No relocation assistance available  Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework  Travel Requirements:  No  Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start  ​Salary Range: $82,000.00 to $103,000.00   The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range   Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.   The Role

Must be licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard ( U.S. Coast Guard License, Radar License). A minimum of three years experience on tugboats is required prior to examination by U.S. Coast Guard. Must have a specialized knowledge of local winds, current tides reading, and weather and shipping hazards. The candidate must be able to supervise the work of hourly deck hands, motivate and train these employees, and possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. An incumbent must possess a thorough technical knowledge of the tug boats, and Ship movement, and have a solid educational base, generally gained through working as a Tug Boat Deck Hand or the equivalent in education and training. The job may involve exposure to extreme weather and other environmental conditions encountered in working on the water and must be able to work a variable work schedule. Must Have

This position requires a high school graduate or equivalent. Apprentice graduate is desirable. Must be licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard ( U.S. Coast Guard License, Radar License ) and have a minimum of three years experience on tugboats is required prior to examination by U.S. Coast Guard. Must have a specialized knowledge of local winds, current tides reading, and weather and shipping hazards. The candidate must be able to supervise the work of deck hands, motivate and train these employees , and possess strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. An incumbent must possess a thorough technical knowledge of the tug boats, and Ship movement, and have a solid educational base, generally gained through working as a Tug Boat Deck Hand or the equivalent in education and training. Nice to Have

Engine operation and watchkeeping : Running and monitoring the main propulsion plant, ensuring safe and efficient operation. Maintenance and repairs : Performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery and systems. System oversight : Managing electrical, sewage treatment, lube oil, bilge, and oily water separation systems. Fueling and lubrication : Ensuring proper fuel handling, storage, and lubrication of machinery. Safety and compliance : Adhering to U.S. Coast Guard and STCW safety, pollution prevention, and watchkeeping standards. Documentation : Maintaining accurate logs and records of engine-room operations and maintenance. Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space