Inland Barge Fleet Captain — Safety & Leadership

Ingram Marine Group; Channelview (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a highly skilled maritime professional to lead crew operations on inland waterways. Responsibilities include safe vessel and tow operation, drills, and supervising deck crew in coordination with the Captain and shore leadership.

The role requires a strong safety mindset, proven leadership, and the ability to navigate barges in busy channels while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must uphold Ingram's high safety standards.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Strong knowledge of fleet operations.
• Ability to respond quickly in unexpected circumstances.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork and acceptance of diversity.
• Strong communication across all levels of the organization.
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Obtain or be able to obtain a TWIC card, Radar endorsement, and FCC Radio License.
• Be CPR/First Aid, AED certified or willing to obtain upon hire.
• Pass a post-offer process (background check, drug screen, physical).
• Be able to climb a ladder and board a skiff.

Responsabilités

• Practicing safe crew, vessel and tow operation using safety systems and policies.
• Participating in safety drills and audits.
• Supervising the Mate and Deckhands in consultation with Captain and shore-based leadership.
• Ensuring safe navigation and compliance with 'rules of the road'.
• Demonstrating leadership and delegating vessel responsibilities.
• Assisting with crew evaluations and training.
• Navigating barges safely to and from docks on the Houston ship channel.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Ingram Way

Safety standards

Leadership

Fleet operations

Decision-making

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Teamwork

Communication

MS Outlook

Driver's License

CPR/First Aid

TWIC

Radar endorsement

FCC Radio

Master towing

Background check

Formation

High School Diploma

GED

Outils

MS Outlook

Description du poste

Company 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
• Proven leadership abilities
• 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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