Towing and Salvage Captain
Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition: Towing and Salvage Captain
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Join the team at TowBoatU.S. Fort Lauderdale, the recognized leader in on-water towing and marine salvage. We operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Through our intensive training program and diverse workload, our captains gain years of experience in a fraction of the time.
If you thrive under pressure, enjoy solving problems in real-time, and want a career that challenges your seamanship and rewards your grit, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for. We offer career advancement for those looking to grow within the industry, including leadership roles and specialized training.
What You'll Do:
- Respond to disabled vessels and provide professional on-water assistance
- Conduct salvage operations including hard groundings, sinkings, and hurricane response
- Operate and maintain company vessels and salvage equipment to high standards
- Interact with boaters and clients in a professional, service-oriented manner
- Work closely with dispatch and fellow captains as part of a coordinated response team
Requirements:
- USCG Master’s License (Near Coastal)
- Commercial Assistance Towing Endorsement
- Valid TWIC card and Passport
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Strong boat handling skills in a variety of conditions
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, unpredictable marine environment
Preferred but not required:
- Scuba certification
- Mechanical aptitude or experience in marine systems
- Prior salvage, commercial towing, or emergency response experience
Why Work With Us?
- Industry-leading training and mentorship
- Access to a variety of vessel types and high-end equipment
- Opportunities for advancement, certifications, and increased responsibility
- Be part of a close-knit, high-performing team with a passion for helping others on the water