Assistant Captain - Marine

POSITION SUMMARY :   The Assistant Captain is responsible for operating ships and water vessels in oceans, bays, lakes, rivers or coastal waters. The incumbent conducts thorough inspections of vessels and peripheral equipment before each voyage to ensure efficient and safe operations, adhering to all regulations and company policies. The Assistant Captain utilizes navigational equipment, weather forecasts and tide/current predictions to ensure the overall safety of vessel and crew. The Assistant Captain works with the supervisor to adjust float and work plan according to developing environmental conditions. The incumbent directs crew activities while deployed. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:   Deploys, tows, and anchors containment boom and other spill response equipment, as necessary. Responsible for ensuring 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. Provides clear direction to deckhands and passengers to ensure safety during potential navigational or event hazards. Provides 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. Performs other, related duties as assigned. These are duties that may not be specifically listed in this description, but which are within the general nature typically associated with the employee's level of work. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES Prior knowledge and experience in oil response. Ability to travel and deploy to other vessels both domestically and internationally required. 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 proportions, basic algebra, and geometry to apply to a variety of practical, variable and non-standard situations. Ability to use maritime survival craft equipment. PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENCES: USCG Merchant Mariner Credential as Master of 1600 Gross Registered Tons (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 (or ability to obtain within 12 months, if required) Tankerman PIC endorsement Valid driver’s license API Rigger and Hydraulic Crane Operator certificates (or ability to obtain) Possess or obtain Confined Space Entry, Attendant and Rescue certification (may be required at some locations) US Passport, or ability to obtain (may be required at some locations) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   4 - 7 Years of relevant work experience. Rewarding Compensation and Benefits Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.  • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.   ABOUT THE COMPANY Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world. In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills. Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer. Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple rec