Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services, headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky, and founded in 1978. With over four decades of industry experience, Marquette has established itself as the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. The company operates more than 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, the Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and the near-shore coastwise market. In addition, Marquette controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. With offices located not only in Paducah but also in St Rose, Louisiana; Lockport, Louisiana; and La Porte, Texas, Marquette maintains a widespread presence to support its extensive operations. Employing... Show More
Job Requirements
- Valid USCG Master of Towing Vessel license endorsed for service
- meet USCG physical examination requirements
- ability to travel by air or car to vessel and training locations
- valid driver’s license
- ability to climb steep stairs
- ability to sit or stand for long periods
- maintain an active TWIC card
Job Qualifications
- Must retain a USCG Master of Towing Vessels license endorsed for service
- 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 climb steep stairs, sit or stand for long periods of time
- maintain an active TWIC
Job Duties
- Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and performance of his crew, vessel, and tow
- strive to see that company policy, rules, and regulations are followed
- report to the office all violations of policy or violations of federal, state, or local laws
- conduct monthly drills and safety meetings in accordance with policies and procedures
- ensure that work completed in accordance with company safety policies and practices
- 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
- enforce all company policies and vessel specific guidelines in support of the Crew Endurance Management System onboard all vessels
- participate in crew management, performance evaluation, 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, land-based personnel, and USCG or lock personnel
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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