Careers

Positions on a Towboat

A towboat and group of barges, referred to as the tow, transits up and down the Inland Waterway System moving bulk freight to ports all over the United States.

Positions on the towboat include captain, pilot, engineer, deck crew, tankerman, and cook. Most people in these positions live aboard towboats with work cycles anywhere from 30 to 21-day hitches with equal amounts of time at home. While on the towboat, a watch system of 6 hours on and 6 hours off applies. The towboat works 365/24/7 year-round.

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.

Average Daily Pay Range: $590 - $800

Average Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $165,000

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Businelle Towing Corporation
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company, Inc.
Crounse Corporation
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Golding Barge Line
Hanson Material Service
Hines Furlong Line
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc. National Maintenance & Repair, Inc. Excell Marine, Inc. Mid American Fuels, Inc.
Middle River Marine
Missouri River Towing, LLC
Newt Marine
Parker Towing Company
Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Company
Port of New Orleans
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tennessee Valley Towing
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Chief Engineer

Career Description: Are responsible for mechanical operations of the ship, including engineering and electrical needs.

Average Daily Pay Range: $420 - $490

Average Annual Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
Crounse Corporation
Excell Marine Corporation
Hines Furlong Line
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Newt Marine
Parker Towing Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $38,100 - $45,800

Average Daily Pay Range: $228 - $254

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or GED
Responsible for having a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card in their possession.
Comfortable preparing a healthy meal for 9 -11 people
ServSafe Certification – sometimes allowing the cook to obtain after starting
Ability to read, understand, and follow safety and work-related instructions.
Ability to plan extended menus and order appropriate supplies within budgetary requirements
Required to live aboard a vessel for your rotation. Schedules vary and can be 28 on and 28 off or 28 on and 14 off.

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
Excell Marine Corporation
Hanson Material Service
Hines Furlong Line
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Southern Maritime Services
Tennessee Valley Towing
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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $37,150 to $60,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $180 - $235

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Businelle Towing Corporation
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Crounse Corporation
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Excell Marine Corporation
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Golding Barge Line
Hanson Material Service
Hines Furlong Line
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Middle River Marine
Mike's, Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Parker Towing Company
Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Company
Port of New Orleans
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tennessee Valley Towing
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yager Materials
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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $305 - $352

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Crounse Corporation
Excell Marine Corporation
Golding Barge Line
Hines Furlong Line
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Port of New Orleans
Southern Maritime Services
St. Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tennessee Valley Towing
Turn Services, LLC
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yager Materials
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $61,600 - $90,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $260 - $500

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Businelle Towing Corporation
C&B Marine
Canal Barge Company
Excell Marine Corporation
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Golding Barge Line
Hanson Material Service
Hines Furlong Line
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Newt Marine
Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tennessee Valley Towing
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&B Marine
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Newt Marine
Southern Maritime Services
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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $350 - $834

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Businelle Towing Corporation
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Crounse Corporation
Excell Marine Corporation
Golding Barge Line
Hanson Material Service
Hines Furlong Line
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Middle River Marine
Mike's, Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Parker Towing Company
Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tennessee Valley Towing
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yager Materials
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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $48,500 - $72,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $267 - $400

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Companies hiring for this position:

AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Businelle Towing Corporation
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Hanson Material Service
Hines Furlong Line
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marquette
McGinnis, Inc.
Missouri River Towing
Southern Maritime Services
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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $55,000 - $100,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $295 - $555

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Companies hiring for this position:

AccuTRANS
American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Buckeye Terminals, LLC
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C&B Marine
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Golding Barge Line, Inc.
Ingram Barge Company
Inland Marine Service
James Marine Inc.
Loadstar Product Handling and Site Logistics
Magnolia Marine Transport Co.
Marquette
Parker Towing Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Shipyard and Repair Facility / Maintenance Positions

Shipyard positions deal with welding, fitters, painters, crane operations, electricians, carpentry, and mechanics. Fabrication deals with drafting, welders, fitters, CNC operation, and machinists. Salvage involves boat operations and crane operations. Work on retrieval of sunken vessels or fallen equipment in the river system; while also deployed to work on the construction of dock structures and demolition.

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: $40,500-$45,000

Average Daily Pay Range: $136 - $156

Minimum Education: None

Companies hiring for this position:

American Commerical Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Bellaire Harbor Service
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Excell Marine Corporation
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
McGinnis, Inc.
Middle River Marine
National Maintenance & Repair
Parker Towing Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $66,500 - $110,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $27.00 - $38.00

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
C&B Marine
CGB Enterprises
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Cooper Consolidated
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
Hanson Material Service
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Mike's, Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Nicholas Enterprises, Inc.
Owensboro Riverport
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Tuloma Stevedoring, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Electrician

Average Annual Salary Range: $62,500 to $90,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $25.00 - $36.00

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company, Inc.
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
Hanson Material Service
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport
Mike's, Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Port of New Orleans
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
St. Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Traylor Bros., Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, 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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $60,000 to $67,500

Average Hourly Pay Range: $20

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
Bellaire Harbor Service
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Buckeye Terminals, LLC
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
CGB Enterprises, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
Complete Mechanical Services
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Copper Consolidated
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Owensboro Riverport
Parker Towing Company
Steiner Construction Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Fitter

Career Description: Lays-out and fabricates metal structural parts such as plates, bulkheads, and frames within hull of boat or barge for welding.

Average Annual Salary Range: $23,000 - $63,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00

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
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Buckeye Partners, L.P.
C&B Marine
Complete Mechanical Services
Cooper Consolidated
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Mike's, Inc
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, 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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $95,000 - $103,500

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
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
CGB Enterprises
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Cummins Sales and Service
Excell Marine Corporation
H anson Material Service
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
M/G Transport Services
McGinnis, Inc.
Middle River Marine
Mike's, Inc.
Newt Marine
Nicholas Enterprises, Inc.
Parker Towing Company
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
Superior Marine Ways, 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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $44,500 - $48,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 - $34.00

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Companies hiring for this position:

AEP River Operations
American Commercial Barge Line
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Bellaire Harbor Service
Benchmark River and Rail Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
CGB Enterprises, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Complete Mechanical Services
Copper Consolidated
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
H anson Material Service
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Middle River Marine
Mike's, Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Nicholas Enterprises, Inc.
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Yager Materials
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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $41,000 - $90,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $27.00 - $36.00

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Companies hiring for this position:

Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Buckeye Terminals, LLC
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Carlisle & Finch, Co.
Cincinnati Bulk Terminals, LLC
Excell Marine Corporation
Hanson Material Service
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Mike's, Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
St. Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Wepfer Marine, Inc.

Mechanic - Marine

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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $85,000 to $98,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $26 - $33

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Companies hiring for this position:

American Commercial Barge Line
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Bellaire Harbor Service
C&B Marine
Campbell Transporation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Cooper Consolidated
Cummins Sales and Service
Ergon Marine and Industrial Supply, Inc.
Excell Marine Corporation
Great Lakes Power
Hanson Material Service
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Laborde Products
Middle River Marine
Mike's, Inc.
Missouri River Towing, LLC
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
TPG Marine Enterprises, LLC
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

Career Description: Responsible for the maintenance of all equipment, including but not limited to the following machines: large equipment like wheel loaders, fork lifts, material handlers, end loaders, skid steers, and conveyors. May be responsible for helping with plant maintenance when needed. Works at the terminal sites and will spend 90% of their time working outdoors.

Average Annual Salary Range: $55,000 to $60,000

Average Houly Pay Range: $30 - $40

Minimum Education: High School Diploma and Commercial Driver’s License

Companies hiring for this position:

Middle River Marine
Nicholas Enterprises, 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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $24,000 to $41,600

Average Hourly Pay Range: $25

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Companies hiring for this position:

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
C&B Marine
Carlisle & Finch, Co
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
McGinnis, Inc.
Newt Marine
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Welder

Career Description: Performs welding and fitting in the repair of barges and vessels using welding processes, like gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW). Assists with construction/repair of marine boats and barges. Assists in preventative and routine maintenance on shipyard equipment. Cuts out and replaces sections of damaged steel on equipment. Uses power tools and tools to perform repairs and maintenance.

Average Annual Salary Range: $60,000

Average Hourly Pay Range: $21.00 - $27.00

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to carry heavy loads
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work in extreme weather
Many employers prefer applicants who have formal schooling from a technical school, community college, or through a certification course.

Companies hiring for this position:

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Amherst Madison
Associated Terminals
Bellaire Harbor Service
Benchmark River and Rail Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Buckeye Terminals, LLC
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
CGB Enterprises, Inc.
Cincinnati Barge & Rail Terminal
Cooper Consolidated
Corn Island Shipyard
Excell Marine Corporation
Hanson Material Service
Illinois Marine Towing
Ingram Barge Company
Mike's, Inc.
National Maintenance & Repair
Newt Marine
Nicholas Enterprises, Inc.
Southern Maritime Services
Steiner Construction Company
St Louis-Kansas City Carpenters Regional Council
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yager Materials
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Shoreside Marine Positions

Dock Operator

There are a variety of shoreside positions available. Shoreside careers provide all of the necessary support needed on land to keep the crew on the river running. Some shoreside marine positions include safety officers, surveyors, dock operators, and logistics.

Dock Operator

Career Description: Someone who is able to work independently and serves as the person-in-charge of the dock and assists the Tankerman with the safe transfer of oil products and chemicals to and from barges and/or ships. No experience in this industry is required; we pay for on-the-job training.

Annual Salary: $18 to $22 per hour

Minimum Education: Must possess a valid TWIC card and driver's license, be able to follow OSHA safety standards and be safety conscious at all times, be 18 years or older and legally able to work in the U.S., have a stable work history with good references from past employers, and pass a drug screen, physical, and background check

Companies hiring for this position:

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL)
Amherst Madison
Bellaire Harbor Service
Benchmark River & Rail Terminals
Big River Shipbuilders, Inc.
Businelle Towing Corporation
C&B Marine
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company, Inc.
Loadstar
Magnolia Marine Transport
Marquette
Mike's, Inc
Parker Towing Company
Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Company
Southern Maritime Services
Superior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tug and Barge Solutions
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 and enforces 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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $85,000 to $100,000

Minimum Education: High School Diploma College Degree Preferred

Companies hiring for this position:

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.

Average Annual Salary Range: $31,000 to $70,000

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for advancement

Companies hiring for this position:

Amherst Madison
American River Transportation Company (ADM/ARTCO)
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Ingram Barge Company
Running Rivers, LLC
Southern Maritime Services
S uperior Marine Ways, Inc.
Tug and Barge Solutions

Risk Managment

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 $112,000

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
Businelle Towing Corporation
Campbell Transportation Company, Inc.
Canal Barge Company
CGB Enterprises, Inc.
Cincinnati Bulk Termials, LLC
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Crounse Corporation
Cummins Sales and Service
Golding Barge Line
Ingram Barge Company
James Marine Inc.
Magnolia Marine Transport
Marquette
Parker Towing Company
Port of New Orleans
Southern Maritime Services
Running Rivers, LLC
Turn Services, LLC
Wepfer Marine, Inc.
Yazoo River Towing, Inc.

Government & Conservation Careers

Government positions include an array of jobs along the rivers. These positions help protect, defend, build, and conserve the rivers as a natural resource to the nation. These jobs help ensure a healthy river that also flows smoothly for commerce and the safety of communities. Some positions include a forester, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, marine science officer with the Coast Guard, cyber systems with the Coast Guard.

Conservation careers along the river often deal with keeping the waters safe for use by fish, wildlife, and people. These careers also work for the protection of water as a resource and tourism. Some positions include fish & wildlife biologist, conservation officer, and watershed coordinator.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Various Positions

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: $35,000 to $165,000

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED, some positions require Bachelor’s Degree

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
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U.S. Coast Guard - Various Positions

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: N/A

Minimum Education: High School Diploma required, some ranks require Bachelor’s Degree. U.S. Coast Guard Basic and Specialized training required for various ranks.

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U.S. Coast Guard - Various Positions
USCG Recruiters and Active Career Info

U.S. Department of Agriculture - Soil Conservationist

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: N/A

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree

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U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Conservation

U.S. Forest Service - Forester

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

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U.S. Forest Service - Forester

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

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.

Wildlife Fisheries Biologist

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