Inland Marine Boat Pilot
About The Position
Trumbull Corporation is seeking an experienced union Inland Marine Boat Pilot to support the Montgomery Lock & Dam Project in Monaca, Pennsylvania, a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) infrastructure project located on the Ohio River navigation system with an estimated 8-year duration. This is a long-term, full-time position responsible for operating project vessels supporting heavy civil construction activities. The Boat Pilot will operate towboats and support vessels used to position barges, floating cranes, and other marine equipment within an active inland river navigation pool. This position offers stable, long-term employment on a high-profile federal infrastructure project supporting the U.S. inland waterway system.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience operating towboats or similar inland marine vessels
- Minimum 10 years of marine experience
- Experience operating vessels within inland river navigation systems
- Knowledge of river navigation practices, barge handling, and vessel positioning
- Familiarity with lock and dam navigation procedures
- Strong understanding of marine safety practices and navigation rules
- Ability to work effectively with marine crews and construction personnel
- Commitment to maintaining safe vessel operations
- Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) or equivalent marine license required
- Recent and verifiable work history required
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting marine construction operations or barge fleet movements preferred
Responsibilities
- Operating towboats and support vessels used for construction operations
- Positioning and maneuvering construction barges, crane barges, and floating equipment
- Assisting with marine construction activities including pile driving operations and barge crane work
- Monitoring river conditions and coordinating vessel movements within the inland navigation system
- Working closely with marine crews, deckhands, and equipment operators to support field operations
- Ensuring safe vessel operation and compliance with USACE requirements and Coast Guard regulations
- Performing daily inspections of vessels and marine equipment
- Maintaining communication with project supervision and marine fleet personnel
- Assisting with general marine operations and maintaining safe work areas
Benefits
- Union wage starting at $44.96 per hour based on experience
- Overtime pay
- Medical / Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Additional benefits provided through the collective bargaining agreement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
