Fleet Boat Captain

Ingram Barge Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 95,755 - 125,644; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive medical benefits

Generous paid time off

401K match

Employee development programs

Job summary

A leading marine logistics company is looking for a skilled Fleet Boat Captain in St. Louis, MO. This role requires a strong focus on navigating waterways while ensuring crew and equipment safety. Candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience and the ability to manage large tows efficiently. The position includes a competitive daily rate, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to safety. Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, crucial for this role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in maritime operations or a related field.
• Proven experience navigating rivers and managing large tows.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Steering the boat and managing crew safety.
• Navigating and positioning barges into tows.
• Conducting safety meetings and drills.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Critical-thinking

Decision-making

Navigation

Safety management

MS Outlook

Internet Explorer

Education

Advanced education and training (SCI, CEMS, Etc.)

MMC Certification

TWIC or state ID

Job description

Job Description

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a Fleet Boat Captain for St. Louis, MO Fleets. In this position you will be responsible for steering the boat up and down the river; keeping watch for safety of crew, equipment and environment, while positioning barges together into tows. You will be required to live within an hour radius for consideration, due to schedule.

What you'll be doing

• Keeping the crew safe
• Moving tow/build tow
• Ensuring safe navigation and operation of vessel
• Efficiently managing the crew and the vessel
• Responsible for the safety of the equipment
• Responsible for the safety and preservation of the environment
• Steering tow up and down river
• Making locks and bridges
• Conducting safety meetings and drills

Qualifications

• Demonstration of the Ingram Way
• Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
• 8+ years of experience
• MMC; Advanced education and training (SCI, CEMS, Etc.) TWIC, or state ID required
• Proven leadership abilities
• Able to navigate the river in which working on
• Working knowledge of how to handle a large tow
• Able to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform necessary tasks within the safety guidelines
• Able to perform in a fast‑paced environment and quickly respond to unexpected circumstances and safety
• Able to identify and employ appropriate safety practices to manage risks
• Able to supervise and give direction and effectively communicate and cooperate with a team
• Able to apply basic critical‑thinking and decision‑making skills to tow building and locking
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Intermediate skills with MS Outlook and Internet Explorer helpful

Candidates must

• Must be able to read and write the English language to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
• Commitment to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen
• Work in extreme weather

Schedule

7/7 Schedule; ability to work nights or days

Additional Information

• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
• Generous paid time off benefits
• 401K match upon first day of hire
• Life and AD &D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
• Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program

$600 Daily Rate

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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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