Upper Miss Pilot / Captain

Description

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

Are you an experienced and dedicated Marine Pilot or Captain ready to lead vessels through the picturesque waterways of the Upper Mississippi? Join American Commercial Barge Line and play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible navigation.

When you join ACBL... American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

What you will be doing... Your IMPACT

• 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...

You will need to have :

Even better if you have :

Reasons you will love working at ACBL ...

Qualifications

Education

High School / GED (preferred)

Experience

2 - 4 years : Years of Experience (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

TWIC (required)

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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