About This Role
This role involves safely navigating vessels and ensuring all crew members are properly instructed and adhere to company policies, with a focus on operations within specific river systems. It suits a pilot with experience pushing barges and working in various weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that work completed during your watch is done in accordance with Company safety policies and practices
- Navigate the vessel safely at all times
- Ensure all crew members on 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)
- Complete required log entries
- Maintain radio watch as required
- Enforce all rules and regulations that are applicable
- 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
Requirements
- Must meet USCG physical examination requirements
- Must be able to travel to and from vessel / training locations via air or car travel (must possess a valid driver’s license)
- Must be able to work on call for 12 hour shifts
- Must have experience pushing barges
- Must have experience running on the Tennessee River and close proximity to the Ohio River
- Must be able to climb steep stairs, sit or stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions
- Must maintain valid USCG licensing
- Maintain an active TWIC
- Have and maintain a valid Driver's License
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K Program
Important Details
About the Company
Wepfer Marine offers a comprehensive benefits package.
