Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Position: 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