Senior Mississippi Barge Pilot & Vessel Lead

ACBL Transportation Services LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Travel along major waterways

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line seeks a Lower Miss Pilot/Captain with 25+ barges experience to navigate vessels safely on the Mississippi system and its tributaries. You will supervise the crew, enforce regulations, and safeguard cargo and personnel.

This full-time role offers a 28 days on/28 days off schedule (or 14 days off) with travel between assignments. Strong USCG credentials, Inland Waters or Near Coastal endorsement, and TWIC are required; watch rotations may be 6 hours on/6 off or

Qualifications

• Master of towing vessels license required per role.
• Inland Waters or Near Coastal Endorsement required.
• USCG medical exam requirement met.
• Able to travel to vessel/training locations by air or vehicle.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Willing to work 28 days onboard / 28 days off or 14 days off schedules.
• Able to work 6 hours on / 6 hours off or 12-hour watches.
• Experience pushing 25+ barges on the Lower Miss.
• Able to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac to reach towing vessel.
• Weather conditions do not prevent performance; USCG licensing maintained.
• Active TWIC required.

Responsibilities

• Navigate vessels safely and efficiently along the Upper Mississippi, Lower Mississippi, Illinois Rivers, and other tributaries.
• Supervise and lead the vessel's crew to ensure safety and cohesion.
• Ensure compliance with federal and local maritime regulations and environmental standards.
• Respond promptly to navigational challenges and emergencies to protect vessel, crew, and cargo.
• Maintain accurate voyage logs, navigational charts, and incident reports.
• Perform duties under the Vessel Security Plan as the vessel security officer.
• Enforce company policies and vessel guidelines in support of Crew Endurance Management System.

Education

High School/GED (preferred)

Job description

American Commercial Barge Line seeks a Lower Miss Pilot/Captain with 25+ barges experience to navigate vessels safely on the Mississippi system and its tributaries. You will supervise the crew, enforce regulations, and safeguard cargo and personnel.

This full-time role offers a 28 days on/28 days off schedule (or 14 days off) with travel between assignments. Strong USCG credentials, Inland Waters or Near Coastal endorsement, and TWIC are required; watch rotations may be 6 hours on/6 off or