Job Summary:
Harken Towing Co. Ltd is a privately owned company based in Port Coquitlam BC. The company operates vessels through-out the West Coast of Canada and Puget sound. Harken Towing is a respected, safety driven, growing company. We are seeking experienced Tug Masters looking to join our team.
With new opportunities on the horizon, it’s an exciting time to join Harken Towing!
Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities

• Ensures the vessel crew meets Health, Safety and Environmental Standards and follows companies established safe operating procedures
• Operational control and knowledge of tugboat in all aspects of towing and ship assists
• Interacts closely with crew and management and manages the day-to-day operation of vessel and crew
• Communicates with shore-based team to promote efficiency and safety in the entire operation
• May perform other duties including operating heavy machinery as required
• Qualifications
• 3 to 5 years' sea service towing barges and/or towing logs on the Fraser River and the BC Coast

• Must have a minimum 60 GT Domestic Certificate of Competency and preferably a 150 GT Domestic Certificate of Competency
• The Company may require Certificates of Competency to be upgraded from 60 GT to 150 GT to meet operational needs
• The Company will support the cost of training for those who are required to upgrade their 60 GT Certificate of Competency to a 150 GT Certificate
• Valid Transport Canada Marine Medical Certificate, Marine Basic First Aid or Marine Advanced First Aid
• Criminal record check
• Valid Canadian passport
• Knowledge of tides, waters, coastlines, marine hazards and the weather, and knowledge of how these factors impact on each voyage
• Knowledge of relevant Port Authority operations, procedures and regulations and demonstrated competence in Collision Regulations (Canada Shipping Act 2001) and familiarity with international shipping regulations
• Must have experience navigating and operating twin screw vessels on the Fraser River, particularly North Arm and South (Main) Arm
• Familiarity with Fraser River bridges and bridge transit restrictions from Marpole to Mission
• Knowledge, familiarity and demonstrated skill in maintaining vessel machinery and navigation electronics
• Must have Coastal experience
• Must be familiar with towing tandem barges in tight quarters under couplers and tandem towing on deep sea gear
• Strong communication, supervisory, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent tug/barge safety record and demonstrated boat handling skills
• Ability to meet Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing requirements

Work ConditionsAdditional Information:Company Description

• Scheduled shift rotation
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions
• Handling heavy lines and wire bridles and operating heavy machinery (deck and anchor winches) from time to time
• Benefits provided

Harken Towing is a Canadian owned and operated Tow Boat company, providing professional grade marine towing services in the Pacific Northwest for over 65 years.
Following the lead of its founder, Harken has built a reputation in the marine industry as a company that operates with integrity, grit and its customers’ best interests at heart.
Despite its growth, Harken has maintained the feel and principles of a family-run organization. Together, the entire team continues to grow Harken’s reputation as a leading provider of marine towing services on the Pacific Northwest.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54.88-$60.53 per hour
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Work Location: In person