Job Description

*** ATTENTION ***

THIS IS NOT A LIVE ON BOAT POSITION AND TEMPORARY HOUSING IS NOT AVAILABLE

**Preferred

Applicants to live within a 30-45 minute commute from the worksite.

Other accountabilities include but not limited to:

• Ensure that work completed during your watch is done in accordance with Company safety policies and practices.
• Navigate the vessel safely at all times.
• Ensure all crew members on vessel receive instruction on how to do jobs properly and monitor performance.
• Carry out all duties assigned under the Vessel Security Plan as the designated vessel security officer.
• Ensure that each crew member knows the cargo of each barge in tow and has an understanding of any hazards associated with said cargoes. CFR 35.05-15b.
• Complete required log entries.
• Maintain radio watch as required.
• Enforce all rules and regulations that are applicable.
• 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.

Job Type Full-time

Benefits

Wepfer Marine offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K Program

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must meet USCG physical examination requirements.
• Must be able to travel to and from vessel / training locations via air or car travel (must possess a valid driver’s license).
• Must be able to work on call for 12 hour shifts.
• Must have experience pushing barges.

Must have experience running on the Tennessee River and close proximity to the Ohio River.

• Must be able to climb steep stairs, sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Requirements

• Must maintain valid USCG licensing.
• Maintain an active TWIC.
• Have and maintain a valid Driver's License.