Channelview Inland Boat Captain: Safety & Navigation

Ingram Barge Company; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingram Marine Group is seeking qualified mariners for leadership and navigation duties on inland waterways serving the Houston ship channel area. The role requires a valid driver’s license and daily commuting within about 45 minutes of Channelview, TX; work schedule is 14 days on/7 off and involves supervising deck crew and ensuring safety and compliance.

You will perform safe vessel operations, navigation, drills, training, and coordination with shore leadership, while upholding safety

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must live within 45 minutes of Channelview, TX.
• Must be able to obtain TWIC card.
• Possess Master towing licenses for Western Rivers and Great Lakes/Inland Waters.
• FCC Radio License required.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe crew, vessel and tow operation per safety policies.
• Participate in safety drills and audits.
• Supervise the Mate and Deckhands in consultation with Captain.
• Ensure navigation safety per USCG rules and environmental laws.
• Demonstrate leadership and delegate responsibilities.
• Assist in crew evaluations and training.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Radar endorsement

FCC Radio License

TWIC card

CPR/First Aid

Master towing Western Rivers

Master towing Great Lakes & Inland

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet of barges that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.

We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.

Job Description

Before applying please note:

Must have Drivers License

Before applying, please take into consideration that this is not a live aboard position. Due to daily commuting requirements, we are seeking applicants that live around 45 minutes of Channelview, TX

Schedule: 14/7

What you’ll be doing:

• Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using Ingram safety systems and policies
• Participating in safety drills and audits
• Supervising the Mate and Deckhands in consultation with the Captain and shore-based leadership
• Assuring safe and efficient vessel navigation through compliance with the “rules of the road”
• Practicing good seamanship and boat handling skills
• Complying and ensuring the crew is complying with USCG and environmental laws and regulations
• Demonstrating felt leadership
• Delegating vessel responsibilities, duties and tasks considering crew members position and ability
• Assisting with crew evaluations
• Assisting in training of deck crew
• Navigating barges safely to and from docks on the Houston ship channel
• Navigating barges in close quarter situations to include headline operations
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstration of the Ingram Way
• Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
• Working knowledge of fleet operations
• Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance
• Ability to apply basic critical thinking and decision-making skills to tow building and locking
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
• Strong communication skills with all levels within the organization
• Intermediate skills with MS Outlook
• Possess High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess a valid Driver’s License
• Obtain or be able to obtain a valid TWIC card(Transportation Worker Identification Credential)’
• Hold a Radar endorsement
• Must hold a Master of Towing Upon Western Rivers, Master of Towing vessels Upon Great Lakes and Inland Waters
• Hold a FCC Radio License
• Be CPR/First Aid, AED Certified or willing to obtain upon hire
• Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made(background check, drug screen, physical)
• Be able to climb a ladder and able to board and ride in a skiff

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [e-mail]

Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

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