Upper Miss Pilot/Captain

American Commercial Barge Line LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

American Commercial Barge Line LLC seeks an experienced Upper Miss, Lower Miss Pilot/Captain to navigate and lead vessels on major American inland waterways. This full-time role requires managing a crew, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining voyage logs.

The position emphasizes safety, environmental stewardship, and adherence to the Vessel Security Plan while coordinating operations during 28 days on board and 28 days off (or 28 on/14 off) shifts.

Qualifications

• Must hold Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license.
• Inland Waters or Near Coastal Endorsement required.
• Must meet USCG physical examination requirements.

Responsibilities

• Navigate vessels safely and efficiently along the Upper Mississippi, Lower Mississippi, Illinois Rivers, and other tributaries.
• Supervise and lead the vessel's crew, ensuring a cohesive and safety-conscious team.
• Ensure vessels adhere to federal and local maritime regulations and environmental standards.
• Respond promptly to navigational challenges and emergencies to protect vessel, crew, and cargo.
• Maintain logs and records of each voyage, including charts and incident reports.
• Serve as Vessel Security Officer under the Vessel Security Plan.
• Enforce Company policies and vessel guidelines in support of Crew Endurance Management System.
• Report CDC barges at pick-up/drop-off and designated mile points to the Inland River Vessel Movement Center.

Skills

Crew supervision

Navigational decision making

Safety consciousness

Leadership

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Title: Upper Miss, Lower Miss Pilot/Captain

Company: American Commercial Barge Line

Location: Traveling on waterways

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 8 Days Onboard, 28 Days Off OR 28 Days Onboard, 14 Days Off

Are you an experienced and dedicated Marine Pilot or Captain ready to lead vessels through the picturesque waterways of the Upper Mississippi? Join American Commercial Barge Line and play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible navigation.

What you will be doing... Your IMPACT

• Navigate vessels safely and efficiently along the Upper Mississippi, Lower Mississippi, Illinois Rivers, and other tributaries, considering factors such as currents, weather conditions, and river traffic.
• Supervise and lead the vessel's crew, ensuring a cohesive and safety-conscious team.
• Ensure vessels adhere to all federal and local maritime regulations and environmental standards.
• Respond promptly and effectively to navigational challenges and emergencies to protect the vessel, crew, and cargo.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of each voyage, including navigational charts and incident reports.
• Carry out all duties assigned under the Vessel Security Plan as the designated vessel security officer.
• Enforce all Company policies and vessel specific guidelines in support of the Crew Endurance Management System onboard all vessels.
• Report Certain Dangerous Cargoes (CDC) barges at pick-up, drop-off, and designated mile points to the Inland River Vessel Movement Center.

What we are looking for...

You will need to have:

• Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license required
• Must have an Inland Waters or Near Coastal Endorsement
• Must meet USCG physical examination requirements
• Must be able to travel to and from vessel / training locations via air or vehicle.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work 28 days onboard and 28/14 days off schedule with willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work a 6 hours on / 6 hours off watch or 12-hour watches.
• Must have experience pushing barges.
• Must be able to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac to get to/from towing vessel.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must maintain valid USCG licensing.
• Maintain an active TWIC.

Even better if you have:

• Must have experience pushing tows of 6+ barges.
• 4+ years of previous experience.

Reasons you will love working at ACBL ...

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead navigational operations in the heartland of the United States.
• Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
• Well-maintained and state-of-the-art vessels
• Commitment to environmental stewardship
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Education

High School/GED (preferred)

Experience

2 - 4 years: Years of Experience (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

TWIC (required)

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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