Crew - pilot

American Commercial Barge Line is seeking skilled individuals to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient navigation of vessels through challenging waterways.
When you join ACBL American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.
Ensure that work completed during his/her watch is done in accordance with ACBL safety policies and practices.
Ensure all crew members on vessel receive instruction on how to do jobs properly and monitor performance.
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 SMS (Safety Management System) and within that the Crew Endurance Management System onboard all vessels.
Participate in crew management, general supervisory duties and management of the vessel's budget.
Report Certain Dangerous Cargoes (CDC) barges at pick-up, drop-off, and designated mile points to the Inland River Vessel Movement Center.
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, ACBL land-based personnel, USCG or lock personnel.
Must have experience running on the Lower Mississippi River 30+ loaded barges.
Must be able to travel to and from vessel / training locations via air or car travel.
Must have experience pushing barges (tows of 20 or more preferred).
Must be able to ride in or pilot a crew boat or zodiac to get to/from towing vessel.
Experience pushing 20+ barges.

Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.