Boat Pilot - MO City

About the role

Capital Sand, founded in 1973, is a trusted sand mining, production, and distribution company throughout the Midwest. They are recruiting a Boat Pilot for their traveling dredge crew based in Missouri City, MO 64072. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position where the pilot ensures the overall safety of the crew, barge, tow, and cargo during their watch.

Responsibilities

• Safely navigate the barge or tow while assuring the remainder of the crew performs their daily functions.
• Operate in strict compliance with all company policies and USCG compliance regulations pertaining to drug, alcohol, pollution, and safety.
• Ensure vessel navigation equipment, VHF Radios, machinery, rigging, and all related equipment are in operating order.
• Maintain an accurate and current log.
• Timely investigate all accidents occurring during their shift involving boat and crew and make reports to the main office.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard issued Merchant Mariner Credential: Master of Towing Vessels Upon Western Rivers.
• Must have a valid TWIC card, Radar Observer Certificate and Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Experience in dredging operations and operating on the Missouri River is a plus.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Competitive wages

Schedule

The position requires the ability to work a rotating schedule and live on vessel for extended periods. Primarily 5 days/week and 12-hour shifts, with some Saturdays as needed.