Trip Pilot

ACBL Transportation Services LLC; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with employer match

Career development

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line is seeking an experienced Trip Pilot to join our fleet serving major river routes. You will oversee navigation, safety, crew instruction, and vessel operations on scheduled tow assignments.

Required are a Master of Towing Vessels license, 30+ loaded barges on the Lower Mississippi, USCG medical, TWIC, and ability to travel to vessel locations. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master of Towing Vessels license required.
• 30+ loaded barges on the Lower Mississippi River.
• USCG physical examination requirements.
• Active TWIC required.
• Ability to travel to vessel/training locations via air or car.
• Valid driver's license.
• Work 6-hour on, 6-hour off watch schedule.
• Experience pushing barges (20+ preferred).

Responsibilities

• Ensure that work during your watch adheres to safety policies.
• Always navigate the vessel safely.
• Instruct and monitor crew performance.
• Serve as vessel security officer under Vessel Security Plan.
• Ensure crew understands cargo and hazards (CFR 35.05-15b).
• Enforce company policies and SMS guidelines onboard.
• Participate in crew management and vessel budgeting.

Skills

Safety compliance

Vessel navigation

Crew supervision

Budget management

Education

Master of Towing Vessels Upon Western Rivers license

USCG Licenses and endorsements

TWIC credential

Job description

Job Title

Trip Pilot

Company

American Commercial Barge Line

Location

Memphis, TN; St. Louis, MO; Cairo, IL; Convent, LA; Harahan, LA; Channelview, TX; Jeffersonville, IN

Job Type

Full-Time

Overview

Are you an experienced and dedicated Trip Pilot looking for an exciting opportunity in the maritime industry? American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with economical, safe and green transportation dates back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that work completed during your watch is done in accordance with ACBL safety policies and practices.
• Always navigate the vessel safely.
• Ensure all crew members on the vessel receive instruction on how to do jobs properly and monitor performance.
• Carry out all duties assigned under the Vessel Security Plan as the designated vessel security officer.
• Ensure that each crew member knows the cargo of each barge in tow and has an understanding of any hazards associated with said cargoes (CFR 35.05-15b).
• Enforce all Company policies and vessel-specific guidelines in support of the SMS and the Crew Endurance Management System onboard all vessels.
• Participate in crew management, general supervisory duties and management of the vessel's budget.
• Complete required log entries.
• Maintain radio watch as required.
• Report Certain Dangerous Cargoes (CDC) barges at pick-up, drop-off, and designated mile points to the Inland River Vessel Movement Center.
• Enforce all rules.
• Give assignments and direction to the mate and/or lead deckhand.
• Comply with all established vessel management policies and procedures.
• Maintain the vessel budget and help maximize cost efficiency as directed.
• Provide instructions and information to crew members, ACBL land-based personnel, USCG or lock personnel.

Qualifications

• Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license required.
• Minimum 30+ loaded barges experience on the Lower Mississippi River.
• Must meet USCG physical examination requirements.
• Must be able to travel to and from vessel / training locations via air or car.
• Valid driver's license.
• Work 6-hour on, 6-hour off watch schedule.
• Experience pushing barges (tows of 20 or more preferred).
• Ability to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac to get to/from towing vessel.
• Work in all weather conditions.
• Maintain valid USCG licensing.
• Active TWIC required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience pushing 20+ barges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Commitment to safety and employee well-being.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.