Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Split Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Health Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
Safety commitment
Supportive team environment
Job Description
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is a leading company in the marine transportation industry, known for being one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the United States. With a history dating back to 1915 when the company began transporting coal on the Kentucky River, ACBL has established a legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation via inland waterways. The company operates a fleet of towing vessels and barges, serving a wide network of rivers and waterways that play a critical role in the logistics and supply chain... Show More
Job Requirements
- Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license
- Experience running on the Lower Mississippi River with 30+ loaded barges
- Must meet USCG physical examination requirements
- Ability to travel to and from vessel and training locations by air or car
- Valid driver’s license
- Availability to work 6 hours on and 6 hours off watch
- Experience pushing barges with tows of 20 or more preferred
- Ability to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac
- Capability to work in all weather conditions
- Maintain valid USCG licensing
- Maintain active TWIC
Job Qualifications
- Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license
- Experience navigating large barge tows, preferably 30+ loaded barges on the Lower Mississippi River
- Proven ability to instruct and supervise crew members
- Knowledge of vessel security protocols and safety management systems
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Experience with vessel budget management and operational reporting
- Valid USCG licensing and active TWIC
Job Duties
- Ensure that work completed during watch complies with ACBL safety policies and practices
- Navigate the vessel safely at all times
- Provide instruction and monitor crew members' job performance
- Execute duties under the Vessel Security Plan as the designated vessel security officer
- Educate crew on cargo specifics and associated hazards
- Enforce all Company policies and Safety Management System guidelines
- Participate in crew management and vessel budget oversight
- Maintain required log entries
- Keep radio watch as needed
- Report Certain Dangerous Cargoes to the Inland River Vessel Movement Center
- Enforce all operational rules
- Assign and direct mates and lead deckhands
- Comply with vessel management policies and procedures
- Optimize vessel budget and cost efficiency
- Communicate effectively with crew, land personnel, USCG, and lock officials
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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