Ingram Barge

Inland barge transport, fuel services, logistics

Fleet Boat Captain

Passenger Transport DrivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAlton, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

Eight or more years of experience.
MMC; advanced education and training (SCI, CEMS, etc.); TWIC or state ID required.
Ability to navigate the river on which assigned and working knowledge of handling a large tow.
Ability to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform required tasks within safety guidelines.
Ability to respond quickly to unexpected circumstances and safety situations in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to identify and use appropriate safety practices to manage risks.
Ability to supervise, direct, communicate, and cooperate effectively with a team.
Ability to apply basic critical-thinking and decision-making skills to tow building and locking.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer are helpful.
Must be able to read and write English to comply with U.S. Coast Guard regulatory requirements.
Commitment to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures.
Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.
Must be able to work in extreme weather.
Must be able to work nights or days on a 7/7 schedule.

Responsibilities

Keep the crew safe.
Move and build tows.
Ensure safe navigation and operation of the vessel.
Manage the crew and vessel efficiently.
Ensure the safety of the equipment.
Protect and preserve the environment.
Steer the tow up and down the river.
Navigate locks and bridges.
Conduct safety meetings and drills.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrate the Ingram Way.
Uphold Ingram’s safety standards.
Demonstrate proven leadership abilities.
Use intermediate skills with Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer.

Job Description

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a Fleet Boat Captain for St. Louis, MO Fleets. In this position you will be responsible for steering the boat up and down the river; keeping watch for safety of crew, equipment and environment, while positioning barges together into tows. You will be required to live within an hour radius for consideration, due to schedule.

What you'll be doing:

Keeping the crew safe
Moving tow/build tow
Ensuring safe navigation and operation of vessel
Efficiently managing the crew and the vessel
Responsible for the safety of the equipment
Responsible for the safety and preservation of the environment
Steering tow up and down river
Making locks and bridges
Conducting safety meetings and drills

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstration of the Ingram Way
Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
8+ years of experience
MMC; Advanced education and training (SCI, CEMS, Etc.) TWIC, or state ID required
Proven leadership abilities
Able to navigate the river in which working on
Working knowledge of how to handle a large tow
Able to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform necessary tasks within the safety guidelines
Able to perform in a fast-paced environment and quickly respond to unexpected circumstances and safety
Able to identify and employ appropriate safety practices to manage risks
Able to supervise and give direction and effectively communicate and cooperate with a team
Able to apply basic critical-thinking and decision-making skills to tow building and locking
Strong interpersonal skills
Intermediate skills with MS Outlook and Internet Explorer helpful

Candidates must:

Must be able to read and write the English language to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
Commitment to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures
Complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen
Work in extreme weather

Schedule:

7/7 Schedule; ability to work nights or days

Additional Information

A competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
Generous paid time off benefits
401K match upon first day of hire
Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program

$600 Daily Rate

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]

Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled

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Compensation: 600 to 600 (USD) (DAILY)

About the Company

Ingram Barge

Inland barge transport, fuel services, logistics

Ingram Barge Group moves dry and liquid goods on over 4,500 miles of U.S. inland waterways with a well-maintained fleet and strong customer service, and also offers midstream fueling, lubricants, groceries in select markets, supply deliveries, and waste disposal through its related units. It adds landside capacity through Ingram Infrastructure for transloading, storage, and inland river terminals, and uses Ingram Logistics Services as a licensed NVOCC to arrange international shipments. The company integrates inland and landside logistics to provide end-to-end solutions rather than focusing on a single service. Its goal is to deliver reliable, practical logistics that move goods efficiently along inland and cross-border routes.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Nashville, TN
Founded: 1946

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