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River Boat Pilot

Magnolia Marine Transport · magnoliamarine.com
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River towboat pilot operating company vessels and tows.

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Found
30 d ago · posted 2026-01-08
Location
Vicksburg, MS, US

Full description

Location: Vicksburg, MS, USA Description Magnolia Marine Transport has an opening for a full-time Pilot to safely operate company vessels and tows in accordance with all applicable regulations and company policies. We are a relationship-driven, family-owned company that values professionalism, leadership, and teamwork. Magnolia Marine Transport offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and maintains a small-company culture where each employee's contribution matters. Pilot Qualifications • Must hold appropriate USCG Merchant Mariner Credentials for the assigned area of operation • Must possess a valid TWIC Card, Radio License, and Radar Observer Certificate, as required • Demonstrated time and experience with Magnolia Marine sufficient to establish competence and leadership ability • Working knowledge of USCG Rules and Regulations and company policies • Ability to exercise sound judgment in dynamic and potentially hazardous operating environments Pilot Responsibilities Include the Following • Acts as second in command and is directly responsible to the Captain; represents the Captain when standing watch • Responsible, along with all crew members, for the safety of the vessel, crew, and tow, and for compliance with the Safety Management System • Navigates the vessel in full compliance with USCG regulations, company policies, and the vessel's Certificate of Inspection (COI), when applicable • Reports unsafe conditions, incidents, and nonconformities to the Captain and Port Captain, and takes appropriate action to prevent accidents • Has the authority to determine when unsafe conditions exist and may refuse a tow or navigational area deemed unsafe or presenting undue risk • Requests company assistance when necessary to ensure safe and compliant operations • While on watch, maintains responsibility for the safety and welfare of the vessel, crew, and tow; sounds alarms and summons the Captain if a dangerous situation develops • Stands watch in the pilothouse at all times, including when the vessel is tied up, except during dry-dock periods • Ensures all required logs and records are accurately completed during assigned watch • Communicates all pertinent operational information and incidents to the Captain in a timely manner Benefits Magnolia Marine Transport offers a competitive benefits package, including: • 401(k) • Health, Dental, and Life Insurance • Paid Holidays • Vacation and Sick Leave • Tuition Assistance • Profit Sharing Equal Employment Opportunity Magnolia Marine Transport is an EEO/AAP Employer. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.

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