River Towboat Captain — Lead Safe Navigation & Tow Ops

Ingram Marine Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription drug plan

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA

401K match

Life insurance

AD&D

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a Fleet Boat Captain for the St. Louis, MO fleets. The role requires steering vessels on inland waterways, ensuring crew safety, and maintaining safe navigation of tows and equipment.

The candidate must have MMC, SCI/CEMS training, and TWIC or state ID, with strong leadership abilities and English literacy for USCG compliance. A 7/7 schedule applies and residence within an hour radius is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years maritime experience
• MMC required; SCI/CEMS training, TWIC or state ID
• Strong leadership and safety record
• Ability to navigate the river safely
• English literacy to comply with USCG requirements

Responsibilities

• Steer the boat up and down the river
• Maintain crew safety and discipline
• Oversee tow building and lock operations
• Ensure safe navigation and operation of vessel
• Lead safety meetings and drills
• Respond quickly to emergencies and changing conditions

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Vessel navigation

Crew management

Safety procedures

Communication

Critical thinking

MS Outlook

Education

MMC

SCI/CEMS training

TWIC

State ID

Job description

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a Fleet Boat Captain for the St. Louis, MO fleets. The role requires steering vessels on inland waterways, ensuring crew safety, and maintaining safe navigation of tows and equipment.

The candidate must have MMC, SCI/CEMS training, and TWIC or state ID, with strong leadership abilities and English literacy for USCG compliance. A 7/7 schedule applies and residence within an hour radius is required.