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Port Captain - KIM

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Kirby Corporation

Baton Rouge, LA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Job Description

Port Captain - KIM Kirby Corporation - 3.7 Baton Rouge, LA Job Details 17 hours ago
Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Overview:
Provide shoreside support to vessel crewmembers regarding all aspects of their operation.
Responsibilities:
Vessel management: Selects, trains, evaluates, and supervises vessel managers and their subordinates. Builds crews based on experience and scheduling.
Compliance:
Ensures vessels comply with company policies and governmental regulations.
Safety:
Develops and implements policies and procedures to improve safety and efficiency. Ensures crews are qualified and sufficient in size, the proper equipment is on board, and the captain is doing their job.
Public relations:
Maintains good relationships with all employees.
Navigation:
Oversees navigation systems and ensures they are up to date.
Training:
Participate and ensure all required training is up to date onboard vessels.
Budgeting:
Ensures the vessel stays within budget.
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshoots vessel-based and crew issues. Provide managerial oversight for all activities associated with the Vessel and crew performance of assigned vessels. Represent Kirby at industry committee meetings and seminars. Participate in incident response and review. Attend and assist in internal and external audits of vessels. Review, document, and respond to Sales, Traffic, and customer issues. Participate in various meetings and training seminars. Working knowledge of towing industry. Good communication and organizational skills. Detail-oriented and Ability to operate standard office equipment, personal computer, company vehicle and ERT boat. Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record. Knowledge and use of computer software: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, OASIS, and Outlook.
Qualifications:
Qualifications Knowledge & Skill:
Minimum five years' experience in the towing industry. Prior management experience required. Tankerman License and
USCG OUTV
License or equivalent preferred.
Education:
High school diploma or GED. Tankerman License and USCG Master of Towing License or equivalent preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Travel required. On-call on a rotating basis.