Overview
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Job Title : Upper Miss, Lower Miss Pilot / Captain
Company : American Commercial Barge Line
Location : Traveling on waterways
Job Type : Full-Time
Schedule : 8 Days Onboard, 28 Days Off OR 28 Days Onboard, 14 Days Off
What you will be doing
- Navigate vessels safely and efficiently along the Upper Mississippi, Lower Mississippi, Illinois Rivers, and other tributaries, considering factors such as currents, weather conditions, and river traffic.
- Supervise and lead the vessel's crew, ensuring a cohesive and safety-conscious team.
- Ensure vessels adhere to all federal and local maritime regulations and environmental standards.
- Respond promptly and effectively to navigational challenges and emergencies to protect the vessel, crew, and cargo.
- Maintain accurate logs and records of each voyage, including navigational charts and incident reports.
- Carry out all duties assigned under the Vessel Security Plan as the designated vessel security officer.
- Enforce all Company policies and vessel specific guidelines in support of the Crew Endurance Management System onboard all vessels.
- Report Certain Dangerous Cargoes (CDC) barges at pick-up, drop-off, and designated mile points to the Inland River Vessel Movement Center.
What We Are Looking For
Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license requiredMust have an Inland Waters or Near Coastal EndorsementMust meet USCG physical examination requirementsMust be able to travel to and from vessel / training locations via air or vehicleMust possess a valid driver's licenseAbility to work 28 days onboard and 28 / 14 days off schedule with willingness to work overtime as neededMust be able to work a 6 hours on / 6 hours off watch or 12-hour watchesMust have experience pushing bargesMust be able to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac to get to / from towing vesselMust be able to work in all weather conditionsMust maintain valid USCG licensingMaintain an active TWICEven better if you have
Experience pushing tows of 6+ barges4+ years of previous experienceReasons you will love working at ACBL
Competitive salary and benefits packageOpportunity to lead navigational operations in the heartland of the United StatesCollaborative and safety-focused work environmentWell-maintained and state-of-the-art vesselsCommitment to environmental stewardship401(k) retirement plan with employer matchEmployee Assistance ProgramSeniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
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