What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trip Pilot position at Wepfer Marine Of Calvert City LLC?
Description:
*** ATTENTION ***
THIS IS NOT A LIVE ON-BOAT or Full-Time POSITION AND TEMPORARY HOUSING IS NOT AVAILABLE
Other accountabilities include but are 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 the vessel receive instructions 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 cargo. 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.
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.