Barge Washer
Career Description: Team consists of a hose man and two helpers. The job consists of washing excess cargo out of the hopper utilizing high pressure hoses and siphons. The best barge washers understand the principles of hydrology and water flow at a very high level.
Annual Salary: Avg. $45,000
Minimum Education: None
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commerical Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Marathon Petroleum
National Maintenance & Repair
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Captain
Career Description: Responsible for operating a river towboat in the transportation of commodities on the inland river system, including supervision of the crew, maintaining the boat in a safe and seaworthy condition, navigation of the boat on the forward watch, administration of company policy and adherence to all applicable laws and regulations.
Annual Salary: Avg. $145,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED or minimum 5 years in the Pilot House
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company, Inc.
Crounse Corporation
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Golding Barge Line
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Jantran, Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Missouri River Towing
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Port of New Orleans
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Conservation Officer
Career Description: Enforce laws related to hunting, trapping, fishing, navigation, snowmobiling, and all-terrain vehicles. Investigate incidents involving outdoor recreation. Inspect game breeders, taxidermists, bait dealers, and other commercial users. Teach hunter education, outdoor skills workshops, and other courses. Communicate with schools and community groups and with the media.
Annual Salary: $40,000 to $90,000
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree and Law Enforcement Academy Training
Companies hiring for this position:
Ingram Barge Company
Oakley's Port 33
Cook
Career Description: Responsible for preparing and serving nutritious well-balanced meals to the crew and any guests. Cooks are responsible for maintaining the galley, dining room and associated equipment in a clean and sanitary condition at all times.
Annual Salary: $34,000 to $40,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Canal Barge Company, Inc.
Crounse Corporation
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
Jantran, Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Crane Operator
Career Description: Operate and maintain assigned cranes performing lifts as required while providing guidance to assigned crew of a midstream barge crane. Responsible for the safe operation of the crane as well as the safety of the crew assigned to his/her location.
Annual Salary: Avg. $38,000
Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Deckhand
Career Description: Responsible for assisting in preparing barges for the loading and/or unloading of cargoes. Handles lines and cables in order to tie and untie ships, barges, and crane rigs. May perform minor maintenance on equipment. Provides directional signals to crane operators through flagging.
Annual Salary: $40,000 to $60,000
Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AccuTRANS
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Crounse Corporation
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Golding Barge Line
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Jantran, Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Missouri River Towing
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Port of New Orleans
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Electrician
Career Description: Installs, services, repairs, replaces and maintains all electric wiring and electrical equipment such as cranes, public address systems and electric motors. Installs lights and power lines, electrical outlets, electrical fixtures and hook up disconnects shore power and compressors, welding banks, etc.
Annual Salary: $23,000 to $63,000
Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Port of New Orleans
St. Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Engineer
Career Description: Installs, services, repairs, replaces and maintains all electric wiring and electrical equipment such as cranes, public address systems and electric motors. Installs lights and power lines, electrical outlets, electrical fixtures and hook up disconnects shore power and compressors, welding banks, etc.
Annual Salary: $23,000 to $63,000
Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Crounse Corporation
Golding Barge Line
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Jantran, Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Missouri River Towing
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Port of New Orleans
St. Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Environmental Compliance and Safety Officer
Career Description: Develops, executes, and reports on health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines. Prepares ad enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety. Evaluates practices, procedures, and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law. Conducts safety audits and training seminars for health and safety matters and accident prevention.
Annual Salary: $30,000 to $100,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma College Degree Preferred
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
National Maintenance & Repair
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Equipment Operator
Career Description: Operates and maintains assigned equipment performing tasks as required while assisting crew with other duties. Insures the maintenance of assigned equipment including performing inspections and periodic maintenance.
Annual Salary: $35,000 to $50,000
Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Buckeye Terminals, LLC
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
General Manager
Career Description: Responsible for directing and monitoring the day-to-day operations of the job site through quality supervision and skilled decision-making. Develops and administers budgets for marine construction projects. Accurately forecasts the scope, cost, and duration of current and future projects.
Annual Salary: Avg. $45,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Benchmark River and Rail Terminals
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Cummins Sales and Service
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
M/G Transport Services
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Warrior Tombigbee Waterway Association
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Laborer
Career Description: Work includes all types of loading and unloading cars, trucks, barges, stacking material, excavating, filling in, moving simple types and sizes of machinery, general cleanup work such as sweeping, mopping, washing windows and the tearing down and dismantling of various types of buildings using various machines and tools.
Annual Salary: Avg. $23,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Benchmark River and Rail Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Machinist
Career Description: Sets up and operates various machine ship machines, such as lathes, grinders, milling machines, drill presses, power tools, and similar machine tools. Performs maintenance and repair of any machinery. Places various stock and material into and out of machines and storage areas.
Annual Salary: Avg. $38,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
St. Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Marine Mechanic
Career Description: Maintains all major and minor vessel equipment. Equipment includes main engines, generator engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, air compressors, centrifuges, water systems, sewer systems, heating and cooling systems, and alarm systems. Performs maintenance on barge equipment. Maintains equipment, tools, supplies and machinery rooms.
Annual Salary: $23,000 to $63,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Campbell Transporation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Cummins Sales and Service
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Marathon Petroleum
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Marine Surveyor
Career Description: Advises customers on marine matters such as general consulting, engineering, and accident investigations. Routinely performs draft surveys, cargo surveys, damage surveys on barges, towboats, docks, Locks / Dams and related marine structures. Inspection of barges and towboats for insurance, marine claims, financing and sales considerations.
Annual Salary: $31,000 to $52,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for advancement
Companies hiring for this position:
Amherst Madison
Ingram Barge Company
Oakley's Port 33
Running Rivers, LLC
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Mate
Career Description: Responsible for directing the activities of the deck crew; for the cleanliness, upkeep, and painting of the towing vessel; maintaining the safety and integrity of the tow; and providing guidance, training, and safe work instruction to members of the deck crew.
Annual Salary: Avg. $69,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Golding Barge Line
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Jantran, Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Missouri River Towing
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Oiler
Career Description: Responsible for ensuring proper lubrication and routine maintenance of all mobile equipment, machinery, and other equipment. Performs minor repairs on equipment and other machinery. Oversees the process of drafting barges.
Annual Salary: $24,000 to $40,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
Associated Terminals
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Marathon Petroleum
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Painter/Blaster
Career Description: Operates spray painting equipment or brushes or rolls paint on surfaces. Sands surfaces between coats and polishes final coat. May spray or brush hot plastics or pitch on surfaces. May bake finishes on painted and enameled articles in baking oven. May cut stencils or spray lettering and decorations on surfaces.
Annual Salary: $24,000 to $31,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Corn Island Shipyard
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Pilot
Career Description: Manages the vessel including all attached barges. Navigates the vessel safely, supervises the crew, oversees safety programs, complies with rules and regulations pertaining to the towing of vessels, and protects the environment.
Annual Salary: Avg. $65,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED, additional service requirements
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Crounse Corporation
Golding Barge Line
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Jantran, Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Missouri River Towing
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Risk Management
Career Description: Responsible for OSHA compliance through inspections, training, and record keeping. Handles claim management for personal injury, property damage, and reimbursements. Maintains insurance records.
Annual Salary: $65,000 to $100,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Canal Barge Company
Cincinnati Bulk Termials, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Crounse Corporation
Cummins Sales and Service
Golding Barge Line
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
M/G Transport Services
Parker Towing Company
Port of New Orleans
Running Rivers, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Second Mate
Career Description: Responsible for the safe and efficient activities of the deck crew serving during watch.Will perform any combination of the following duties; inspects deck machinery, rigging, and barges; coordinates watch schedules and activities with the Mate; and be able to perform those duties of a deckhand.
Annual Salary: Avg. $56,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Jantran, Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Missouri River Towing
Oakley's Port 33
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Tankerman
Career Description: Responsible for the safe, efficient, reliable, and environmentally compliant operation of assigned area. Prepares barges for safe and complete loading and discharging of oils. Understands what the product is and how it should be transferred and protected. Participates in the maintenance of the boat and barges.
Annual Salary: Avg. $41,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
AccuTRANS
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Buckeye Terminals, LLC
Canal Barge Company
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Golding Barge Line, Inc.
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marathon Petroleum
Marquette
Oakley's Port 33
Parker Towing Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Various Positions
Career Description: The Corps is responsible for building, maintaining, and operating locks and dams and monitoring water levels and flood control. Maintain the navigation channel of the Mississippi. The Corps also employs rangers who patrol the parks and waters along the river, on the water and land under control of the Corps.
Annual Salary: $50,000 to $100,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED, some positions require Bachelor’s Degree
Companies hiring for this position:
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
US Army & USACE Career Opportunities
U.S. Coast Guard – Various Positions
Career Description: One of the U.S. armed forces providing a persistent prescence along rivers and in ports. Aids in patrolling, water rescue, water safety education, and maintaining channel markers for commercial traffic.
Annual Salary: $30,000 to $90,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma required, some ranks require Bachelor’s Degree. U.S. Coast Guard Basic and Specialized training required for various ranks.
Companies hiring for this position:
U.S. Coast Guard - Various Positions
USCG Recruiters and Active Career Info
U.S. Department of Agriculture – Soil Conservationist
Career Description: State and federal soil conservationists work with private landowners and public lands along rivers to promote conservation. Advise on techniques such as buffer strip vegetation, filter strips, grassed waterways, silt ponds, contour farming, strip cropping, no-till farming, agricultural drainage systems, and other aspects of managing agricultural, private, and public lands.
Annual Salary: $32,000 to $91,000
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Companies hiring for this position:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Conservation
U.S. Forest Service – Forester
Career Description: Agency manages national forests and wild lands on and adjacent to rivers. They work with private landowners to manage land and vegetation cover and promote conservation. Advise in timber stand improvement, forest-related diseases, and harvest. Some federal and state foresters are also involved with fire management or suppression.
Annual Salary: $40,000 to $90,000
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree and specialized fire training for fire certification
Companies hiring for this position:
U.S. Forest Service - Forester
Watershed Coordinator
Career Description: Work in particular watersheds to monitor water quality and to help prevent erosion and contamination in watersheds by working directly with landowners. They monitor stream and river quality and work with landowners and businesses to prevent soil erosion and pollution.
Annual Salary: $40,000 to $90,000
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree and specialized training
Companies hiring for this position:
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Welder
Career Description: Performs numerous activities required in repair, maintenance, and rebuilding of marine boats and barges. Performs welding activities in all positions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, lifting heavy objects. They must possess the ability to work in awkward positions and function in a shipyard environment which includes extreme weather temperatures.
Annual Salary: Avg. $31,000
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
Companies hiring for this position:
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Benchmark River and Rail Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Corn Island Shipyard
Holliday Sand & Gravel Company
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Marathon Petroleum
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Oakley's Port 33
St Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.
Wildlife or Fisheries Biologist
Career Description: Work in either wildlife or fisheries careers, but may also include invasive species, and specialized species biologists. Track species and make recommendations to maintain balanced populations. Monitor habitats that support wildlife.
Annual Salary: $40,000 to $90,000
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree and specialized training
Companies hiring for this position:
Newt Marine