Trip Pilot

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensure work completed during your watch complies with ACBL safety policies and practices.
• Navigate the vessel safely.
• Instruct all crew members on proper job execution and monitor their performance.
• Carry out duties under the Vessel Security Plan as the designated vessel security officer.
• Ensure crew members know the cargo details of each barge and understand associated hazards.
• Enforce all Company policies and vessel-specific guidelines within the SMS and Crew Endurance Management System.
• Complete required log entries.
• Maintain radio watch as needed.
• Report Certain Dangerous Cargoes (CDC) barges at specified points.
• Enforce all rules and give assignments to the mate and/or lead deckhand.
• Comply with all vessel management policies and procedures.
• Maintain the vessel budget and contribute to cost efficiency.
• Provide instructions and information to crew members, ACBL land-based personnel, USCG, or lock personnel.

What We Are Looking For

• A Master of Towing Vessels upon Western Rivers license required.
• Experience running on the Lower Mississippi River with 30+ loaded barges.
• USCG physical examination requirements met.
• Able to travel to and from vessel/training locations via air or car.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to work 6 hours on 6 hours off watch.
• Experience pushing 20+ barges preferred.
• Able to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Valid USCG licensing maintained.
• Able to maintain an active TWIC.

Why You Will Love Working at ACBL

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Commitment to safety and employee well-being.