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Ingram Barge Company

Fleet Boat Captain

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$600/day

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a Fleet Boat Captain for St. Louis, MO Fleets. In this position you will be responsible for steering the boat up and down the river; keeping watch for safety of crew ...

Kirby Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. * Implements Company policies and ... Conducts Captains' performance reviews annually. * Develops safety messages to fleet as required.

Kirby Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. * Implements Company policies and ... Conducts Captains' performance reviews annually. * Develops safety messages to fleet as required.

Kirby-Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. * Implements Company policies and ... Conducts Captains' performance reviews annually. * Develops safety messages to fleet as required.

Kirby Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. * Implements Company policies and ... Conducts Captains' performance reviews annually. * Develops safety messages to fleet as required.

Kirby Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. * Implements Company policies and ... Conducts Captains' performance reviews annually. * Develops safety messages to fleet as required.

Kirby Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. * Implements Company policies and ... Conducts Captains' performance reviews annually. * Develops safety messages to fleet as required.

genesis

Port Captain

Houston, TX · On-site

... environmentally sound fleet. * Ensure all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training ... Port Captains will be assigned no more than 10 vessels. Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

genesis

Port Captain

Houston, TX

... environmentally sound fleet. * Ensure all vessel personnel comply with regulatory training ... Port Captains will be assigned no more than 10 vessels. Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

Talon Air

Global 6000 - Captain

Sewalls Point, FL · Remote

$280K - $320K/yr

We are a Part 135 operator headquartered in Farmingdale, NY, operating a fleet of 40+ aircraft ... This is an exceptional opportunity for a captain who enjoys international flying, thrives in a high ...

Mainstay Maritime

Port Captain

Muskegon, MI · On-site

The Port Captain supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Mainstay Maritime's Great Lakes fleet, ensuring vessels operate in accordance with all regulatory requirements, the Safety ...

TopView Sightseeing

Boat Captain

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

The Captain is responsible for the safe operation of our 100 ton passenger vessels in the NY harbor ... Our company is experiencing a great expansion and is planning on growing the fleet of vessels. The ...

TopView Sightseeing

Boat Captain

New York, NY · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

The Captain is responsible for the safe operation of our 100 ton passenger vessels in the NY harbor ... Our company is experiencing a great expansion and is planning on growing the fleet of vessels. The ...

Mainstay Maritime

Port Captain

Muskegon, MI · On-site

The Port Captain supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Mainstay Maritime's Great Lakes fleet, ensuring vessels operate in accordance with all regulatory requirements, the Safety ...

Mainstay Maritime

Port Captain

Muskegon, MI · On-site

The Port Captain supports the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Mainstay Maritime's Great Lakes fleet, ensuring vessels operate in accordance with all regulatory requirements, the Safety ...

TopView Sightseeing

Boat Captain

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40 - $50/hr

The Captain is responsible for the safe operation of our 100 ton passenger vessels in the NY harbor ... Our company is experiencing a great expansion and is planning on growing the fleet of vessels. The ...

Archer Daniels Midland

Live-On Captain - ARTCO - St. Louis, MO American River Transportation Company This is a full-time, ... Maintain fleet and security operations * Enforce ARTCO safety policies and procedures * Serve as ...

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Fleet Captains are senior maritime professionals responsible for overseeing the operations, safety, and efficiency of a fleet of vessels owned or managed by a company or organization. They supervise ship captains, coordinate maintenance schedules, ensure compliance with maritime regulations, and implement company policies across the fleet. Fleet Captains play a crucial role in optimizing fleet performance, troubleshooting operational issues, and ensuring that all vessels operate safely and efficiently.

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To thrive as a Fleet Captain, you need extensive maritime experience, a valid captain’s license (such as a USCG Master License), and strong knowledge of navigation and vessel operations. Proficiency with navigation systems like GPS, radar, electronic chart displays, and compliance with maritime regulations is crucial. Exceptional leadership, decision-making, and communication skills help manage crews and ensure smooth fleet coordination. These abilities are vital to ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient fleet operation on the water.

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Fleet Captains often encounter challenges such as coordinating maintenance schedules across multiple vessels, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and effectively communicating with crews dispersed over different locations. Balancing operational efficiency while minimizing downtime and costs is another key aspect of the role. Successful Fleet Captains typically develop strong organizational skills and foster collaborative relationships with ship crews, port authorities, and shore-side management to address these challenges proactively.

What is the difference between Fleet Captain vs Marine Supervisor?

AspectFleet CaptainMarine Supervisor
CredentialsExperience in maritime operations, relevant certificationsMaritime safety certifications, supervisory experience
Work EnvironmentShip fleets, maritime companies, shipping yardsMaritime facilities, docks, ships, ports
Industry UsageShipping, logistics, maritime transportationMaritime operations, port management
Common Search IntentManaging multiple vessels, fleet operationsOverseeing ship safety, crew supervision

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Fleet Boat Captain

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Ingram Barge Company
1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Ingram Barge Companyexternal

$600/day

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products.

We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates.

Job Description

Ingram Marine Group is seeking a Fleet Boat Captain for St. Louis, MO Fleets. In this position you will be responsible for steering the boat up and down the river; keeping watch for safety of crew, equipment and environment, while positioning barges together into tows. You will be required to live within an hour radius for consideration, due to schedule. 


What you'll be doing:

  • Keeping the crew safe
  • Moving tow/build tow
  • Ensuring safe navigation and operation of vessel
  • Efficiently managing the crew and the vessel
  • Responsible for the safety of the equipment
  • Responsible for the safety and preservation of the environment
  • Steering tow up and down river
  • Making locks and bridges
  • Conducting safety meetings and drills
Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstration of the Ingram Way
  • Ability to uphold Ingram's high safety standards
  • 8+ years of experience
  • MMC; Advanced education and training (SCI, CEMS, Etc.) TWIC, or state ID required
  • Proven leadership abilities
  • Able to navigate the river in which working on
  • Working knowledge of how to handle a large tow
  • Able to safely operate aboard a vessel and perform necessary tasks within the safety guidelines
  • Able to perform in a fast-paced environment and quickly respond to unexpected circumstances and safety
  • Able to identify and employ appropriate safety practices to manage risks
  • Able to supervise and give direction and effectively communicate and cooperate with a team
  • Able to apply basic critical-thinking and decision-making skills to tow building and locking
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Intermediate skills with MS Outlook and Internet Explorer helpful

Candidates must:

  • Must be able to read and write the English language to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
  • Commitment to work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures
  • Complete a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen
  • Work in extreme weather

Schedule:

7/7 Schedule; ability to work nights or days

Additional Information
  • A competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental and Health Care FSA.
  • Generous paid time off benefits
  • 401K match upon first day of hire
  • Life and AD&D, Employee Assistant programs, Group Legal, & more
  • Associate growth and development encouraged through internal training and tuition reimbursement program

$600 Daily Rate

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected]

Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates ("Company") is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. 

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