Trip Pilot

ACBL Transportation Services LLC; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Team environment

Career development

401(k) match

Employee Assistance Program

Safety first

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is seeking a Trip Pilot to join our maritime team. You will operate on the Lower Mississippi and affiliated routes, ensuring safe navigation and adherence to safety policies during your watch.

You will train crew, manage vessel budgets, and coordinate with shore personnel and USCG to maintain secure, efficient operations. Qualified candidates hold a Master of Towing Vessels on Western Rivers license, possess 20+ barges experience and a valid USCG license.

Qualifications

• Master towing license required.
• USCG physical examination requirements must be met.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Active TWIC credential required.
• Ability to operate on a 6-hour on/6-hour off watch.
• Experience pushing 20+ barges preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety policies and practices are followed during watch.
• Navigate the vessel safely at all times.
• Instruct crew and monitor performance.
• Serve as vessel security officer under the Vessel Security Plan.
• Maintain cargo knowledge and hazard awareness on barges.
• Manage budgets and cost efficiency for the vessel.
• Record required log entries and maintain radio watch.
• Coordinate with crew, land personnel, USCG and lock personnel.

Education

Master of Towing Vessels on Western Rivers license

USCG medical examination

Valid driver's license

Active TWIC

Watch schedule 6/6

Experience pushing barges (20+)

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.