Tugboat Captain – Puget Sound​/Harbor

Tugboat Captain – Puget Sound / Harbor | $130K+ | Predictable Rotation| 2 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Off

If you know the Puget Sound, you know how valuable that experience is.

We’re hiring a Tugboat Captain to operate in one of the most dynamic and respected towing environments on the West Coast—
Puget Sound and surrounding ports, including Canada
.

If you’re looking for steady work, a predictable rotation, and a company that understands local operations
, this is a strong opportunity.

• $777.24/day
• Starting at $130,576+ annually
• 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation (consistent schedule)
• 100% employer-paid health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
  • Low deductibles: $250 individual / $500 family
• 401(k) + pension (8% employer contribution)
• MMP affiliation
• Eligible for Holiday pay – 9 Holidays
• Reliable, year-round work in a stable operation

• Tug and barge operations throughout Puget Sound and Canadian ports
• Safe vessel handling in tight quarters, currents, and high-traffic waterways
• Leadership of crew and coordination with dispatch and port partners

This is a hands‑on role for a captain who knows the region and takes pride in running a safe, efficient boat.

• Master (minimum 200 Ton)
• Towing Endorsement (Required)
• Valid Merchant Mariner Credential, TWIC, and Medical Certificate
• Ability to sail to/from Canada (passport required)
• Valid driver’s license
• Puget Sound towing experience required (minimum 2–5 years)
• Strong local knowledge of tides, currents, and ports

• Work with a team that understands Puget Sound operations
• Predictable rotations so you can plan your time off
• Well‑supported crews and consistent dispatch
• A professional environment where local experience is valued

Puget Sound, Washington (local candidates preferred)

We’re hiring immediately.

Send your resume to:

If you know the Sound and want a steady, well‑run operation, we’d like to hear from you.