At Encore, we value talent, experience, and commitment. We’re seeking an experienced Deck Captain to lead, manage, and support our crew on production dredging work in the Texas Coastal region.

This role calls for a reputable, proven leader who can keep the dredge, crew, and equipment running safely and efficiently on both shifts, and who can step in for the captain when needed. Every Encore employee is committed to maintaining an Injury-Free Work Environment (IFWE), so that every team member works safely and returns home to their family each day.

Before You Apply:

Applications must include your dredge experience, detailed work history, job responsibilities, and accurate employment dates. Applications without this information will not be considered.

Essential Functions (not all-inclusive):

Upholds our commitment to an injury-free workplace by leading and modeling safe work practices
Follows all safety rules, regulations, and company policies and procedures
Works safely around machinery, instructs others in proper equipment use, and wears all required PPE
Ensures team members have a safe work environment and understand safe work practices and policies
Serves as safety director for the crew and is responsible for the safety of crew and equipment
Reviews equipment, deficiency, maintenance, and leverman logs daily, performs follow-up inspections, and records results in the appropriate safety inspection forms and maintenance logs
Supervises the performance of the dredge, crew, and equipment to achieve maximum efficiency on both shifts
Assists in planning and safely executing all moves under the captain’s supervision
Assumes the captain’s duties in the captain’s absence
Assists the captain and chief with planning and overseeing repairs and maintenance
Works directly with the chief, captain, and equipment manager to complete repairs and maintenance properly and efficiently
Assists with inventory, ordering supplies and spare parts, and equipment housekeeping
Performs other duties as assigned by the dredge captain

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of Deck Captain experience
Strong safety and mechanical skills
Ability to meet the physical requirements outlined in the Functional Job Description
Must pass all pre-employment screening (drug test and fit test) and random drug and alcohol testing

Preferred Qualifications:

Production dredging experience
Experience on Texas coastal dredging projects
NCCCO Certified

Schedule and Compensation:

Weekly pay, one week in arrears
Typically 12-hour days; hours may vary with operational requirements
FLSA salaried, exempt position
Typical Rotation of 14 days on/7 days off

Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.

This is not a VISA sponsored position, must be authorized to work in the US.

Encore Dredging Partners, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

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