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Merchandiser - Red Oak, IA

Red Oak, IA · On-site

$23/hr

... equipment to transport products (e.g., U Boats, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.) Display ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Bass Pro Shops

Detailer

Council Bluffs, IA · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

Confirms packing list or invoice of all boat loads or other product deliveries. * Transports and stages customer boats and ATV's to service, rigging and storage yard by moving units from one location ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Carroll, IA · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

PepsiCo Beverages North America

Merchandiser

Shenandoah, IA

$16.75 - $19.75/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Spirit Lake, IA

$22.25/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Clarinda, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Clarinda, IA

$23/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Spirit Lake, IA · On-site

$15 - $17.50/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser - Part Time/ Seasonal

Grimes, IA · On-site

$16.75 - $19.75/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Cedar Rapids, IA

$23.20/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Grimes, IA · On-site

$23.90/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser

Red Oak, IA

$23/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

PepsiCo Beverages North America

Merchandiser

Spirit Lake, IA · On-site

$15 - $17.50/hr

Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location * Use equipment to transport products (e ... boat, hand truck/dolly and/or breakdown, etc.) * Merchandising products (e.g., filling shelves ...

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What are some common challenges faced by boat transporters during long-distance hauls?

Boat transporters often encounter challenges such as navigating varying road regulations across states, securing appropriate permits for oversized loads, and ensuring the boat is properly supported and protected during transit. Weather conditions and route restrictions can also impact delivery timelines, requiring flexibility and strong problem-solving skills. Effective communication with clients and coordination with marinas or storage facilities are key to a smooth transport process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boat transporter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boat Transporter, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), strong knowledge of boat handling, loading procedures, and transportation regulations. Familiarity with specialized trailers, tie-down equipment, GPS navigation systems, and compliance with DOT safety standards is typically required. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills help ensure safe and efficient operations. These skills and qualities are crucial for protecting valuable cargo, adhering to legal requirements, and providing reliable service to clients.

What does a boat transporter do?

A Boat Transporter is responsible for safely moving boats from one location to another, either over land or water. They handle tasks such as loading, securing, and unloading boats onto trailers or transport vehicles, as well as planning routes and ensuring compliance with transportation regulations. Boat Transporters may work for marinas, dealerships, or specialized transport companies, and they must be knowledgeable about boat handling, safety procedures, and the equipment required for transport. Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills are essential for ensuring that boats arrive at their destination undamaged and on time.
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Harbor Boat Pilot

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.

Burlington, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

J.F. Brennan rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Brennan Marine Inc. (Brennan) is part of a 100-year-old, family-owned company headquartered out of La Crosse, WI. We provide inland harbor services for utility companies, dry bulk terminals, and specialty large bulk shippers along the Upper Mississippi River. We are a dependable barge transportation resource for the safe and efficient transport of grain, salt, coal, cement, fertilizer, pig iron, asphalt, oversized mechanical components, and more. We offer our employees growth through challenging opportunities, empowerment, and meaningful work.
We are known as an industry leader in providing well-coordinated, logistically efficient services to both our terminal clients and line haul carriers. We're unwavering, fast learners, and experts in our fields.
Are you an accomplished Pilot, who can apply your skills, knowledge, and passion as a leader on our Brennan Marine team?
As a Pilot at Brennan, you are a key member in our organization. You ensure vessels are crewed, operated, and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and customer expectations along the Mississippi River. You are an essential worker at Brennan and in the US. Economy.
What are your responsibilities as a Pilot on the Brennan Marine team?
  • Responsible for tow makeup/breakup, barge fleeting, barge shifting, marine plant operations and any/all other vessel assistance required.
  • Coordination scheduled work in switching and fleeting dept. and insuring the completion in a safe, timely, and efficient manner
  • Accurate completion of the Daily Vessel Logs and any other logs or records in accordance with policy
  • Responsible for crew's safety meetings, guidelines and safety training, drills, materials and policy
  • Lead, collaborate, and direct vessel crew activities
  • Ensure that all work complies with all government rules and regulations as required by the Coast Guard, State and Federal environmental regulations, OSHA regulations and AWO RCP
  • Actively promote "The Brennan Way" in all interactions both internally and externally

Do you have what it takes to safely move cargo and lead a vessel crew?
  • Licensed Master of Towing Vessels Western Rivers is required
  • 3 years' work in the field in a department related to harbor services work
  • Knowledge of General navigation procedures, navigation rules, sound and light signals, tug lights and shapes, barge running lights, reports of boarding, uninspected towing vessel, AWO RCP to operate the vessels in a safe and efficient manner
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Effective at adapting to changing workplans

Compensation and Benefits
We provide a generous, industry-leading benefits package. The protection of our employees and families is important to us, we are proud to offer a group health insurance plan that is designed with our teams needs in mind.
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
  • Optional accident, cancer, and critical illness insurance
  • 401(k) program with generous matching
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Annual profit-sharing program
  • Paid vacation, time off
  • ID protection
  • Fitness plan reimbursement

Why choose us?
  • You will get to work for a company voted by our employees as a Great Place to Work®, for the fourth year in a row.
  • Our focus on safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to exceed.
  • They key to our success is our people! From personal development, to teamwork and collaboration, we strive to promote individual growth and advancement.
  • We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above average compensation.

If you want a career where you will work hard, have opportunities for advancement, and do things every day that others only dream about then we want you.
Brennan Marine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
J.F. Brennan Company Inc. ("Brennan") and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan's resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan's Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Capital at:
Phone: 608-784-7173
Email: jobs@jfbrennan.com
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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