Crew Van Driver

Marquette Transportation Company, LLC • Paducah, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky and founded in 1978, Marquette is a leading provider of inland marine transportation services. Our Company operates over 130 towboats on the Mississippi River System, Gulf-Intracoastal Waterway, and near-shore coastwise market. In addition, the Company controls over 1,000 dry cargo barges. The Company has additional offices in St Rose, LA, Lockport, LA and La Porte, TX. With over 1,800 vessel and shore-based employees, Marquette is the largest provider of independent towing services within the inland waterways. We are the only fully integrated fleet in the industry that can do what we do.
Position Summary:
The Driver is responsible for safely transporting vessel crew members between our Paducah, KY office and vessels located throughout the region, from the Upper Midwest to the Gulf Coast. Trips typically last 15–20+ hours depending on location. Each Driver works with a co-driver and alternates driving shifts.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
• Successful completion of DOT Motor Vehicle Records check and drug screening.
• Strong navigation skills with the ability to plan efficient routes.
• Excellent communication skills to interact professionally with passengers.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance and safety inspections.
• Physical ability to assist with loading and unloading supplies when needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport crew members from the Paducah office and assigned vessels.
• Pick up crew members from vessels and return them to the office.
• Load and deliver groceries and supplies to vessels as required.
• Perform pre-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Lead safety briefings covering travel policies and procedures.
• Assist with additional driving and delivery assignments as needed.
• Maintain vehicles through routine services such as oil changes, cleaning, and tire rotations.
• Long haul travel trips (20+ hours) with a co-driver, twice per week.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• health, dental & vision insurance
• 401K plan with company match
• bonus plan
• company paid life insurance
• short- & long-term disability
• flexible spending account
• critical illness
• accident insurance
• other incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed