Boat Operator (Job ID: 906)
Boat Operator (Job ID: 906)
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10-07-2025
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Job Description
Boat Operator
Purpose:
Colonnas Shipyard is seeking a Boat Operator to support docking operations and vessel movement at our Norfolk facility. This role requires sound seamanship independent judgment and a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Job Description:
- Operate tugboats and small vessels to support docking undocking and vessel movement within the shipyard.
- Navigate safely using knowledge of local tides weather and navigation aids
- Coordinate with tugboat companies to secure tug services for docking operations.
- Oversee docking evolutions and assist with vessel blocking hauling and launching.
- Maintain vessel readiness including fueling inspections and preventative maintenance.
- Ensure all required documentation charts and safety materials are current and onboard.
- Complete logs reports and paperwork related to vessel operations and conditions.
- Support the Dock Shop and collaborate across departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Uphold and enforce all safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have three (3) years of experience operating tugboats or similar vessels 40 feet or smaller.
- Must have strong knowledge of U.S. Coast Guard regulations and a thorough knowledge of the principles and methods for moving goods by Virginia waterways.
- Must be able to work independently and make sound decisions in dynamic situations.
- Must be able to see objects at a distance at close range in low light conditions in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
- Must have reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Preferred Qualifications:
- U.S. Coast Guard license preferred.
- Previous Navy or Coast Guard coxswain experience preferred.
- Experience coordinating tugboat operations preferred.
- Technical training or shipyard experience preferred.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10% or less.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job but no less than 20 lbs.
- Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders work in extreme temperature environments aboard ships in shipyards under industrial conditions and in confined spaces including enter and moving through manholes.
- May ride ships at sea for extended periods
- Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat humidity noise and dirty conditions working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
- Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment.
- Employee is required to operate trucks forklifts & man-lifts.
- While performing the duties of this job you may frequently be required to stand walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and required to reach with hands and arms climb and balance stoop squat kneel twist and crawl.
- Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation
- Frequent use of respirator.
- Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding cutting or working with molten metal.
Respect Pride Truth Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.
Colonnas Shipyard Inc. and its divisions are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicants race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability marital status genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
Additionally Colonnas Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health wellness and future to include medical/dental/vision options company paid disability insurances 401k with match legal services as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Employment Type
Full Time
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